Remote Senior Payroll Specialist Jobs
Remote Senior Payroll Specialist jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed enterprises, and multi-state employers in technology, healthcare, and financial services. Employers hiring remotely right now include NFP, Strada, and Two Chairs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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INTRODUCTION
Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The multi-faceted role you’ve been looking for… Managers play a vibrant, integral role at Huron. Their invaluable knowledge reflects in the projects they manage and the teams they lead. Known for being politically savvy, they build long-standing relationships with clients, while collaborating with colleagues to solve their most important challenges. They plan, shape and deliver technology solutions that deliver results and seamlessly align with client goals, visions and missions. Remarkably versatile, our Managers also spend significant time mentoring junior staff on the engagement team—where they tirelessly share expertise as well as feedback and encouragement. This benefits Huron profoundly as it promotes a culture of respect, unity, collaboration and personal achievement.
Our environment inspires and rewards growth… As a Manager, you have the unique ability to specialize in certain areas of enterprise software products that showcase and employ your areas of expertise while pursuing your “career vision”. Huron is big enough to offer the opportunity and exposure you need for your career growth—but small enough to give you individual attention for your professional development. Every Manager adds to who we are as an organization—and the more you evolve, the more we do. An exciting career experience awaits you where you’ll be challenged to discover your true potential: It’s analytically rigorous… it’s practical… it’s entrepreneurial… it’s intellectually stimulating—and most definitely—it’s career-defining. It’s the Huron way.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a field related to this position or equivalent work experience
- 5-7+ years of experience in Oracle delivery, managed services, or enterprise IT services
- Deep expertise in Oracle HCM Cloud, specifically Payroll module
- Experience as a functional application specialist with Oracle HCM Cloud Payroll module
- Strong knowledge of Managed Services delivery frameworks and transition methodologies
- Excellent communication skills – oral and written – and the interpersonal skills needed to quickly establish relationships of trust and collaboration
- Demonstrated leadership experience at the Manager level
- Remote in U.S. or Canada
COMPENSATION
- The estimated base salary for this job is $135,000 - $165,000 (U.S.). The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $155,250 - $206,250 (U.S.). The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
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INTRODUCTION
Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The multi-faceted role you’ve been looking for… Managers play a vibrant, integral role at Huron. Their invaluable knowledge reflects in the projects they manage and the teams they lead. Known for being politically savvy, they build long-standing relationships with clients, while collaborating with colleagues to solve their most important challenges. They plan, shape and deliver technology solutions that deliver results and seamlessly align with client goals, visions and missions. Remarkably versatile, our Managers also spend significant time mentoring junior staff on the engagement team—where they tirelessly share expertise as well as feedback and encouragement. This benefits Huron profoundly as it promotes a culture of respect, unity, collaboration and personal achievement.
Our environment inspires and rewards growth… As a Manager, you have the unique ability to specialize in certain areas of enterprise software products that showcase and employ your areas of expertise while pursuing your “career vision”. Huron is big enough to offer the opportunity and exposure you need for your career growth—but small enough to give you individual attention for your professional development. Every Manager adds to who we are as an organization—and the more you evolve, the more we do. An exciting career experience awaits you where you’ll be challenged to discover your true potential: It’s analytically rigorous… it’s practical… it’s entrepreneurial… it’s intellectually stimulating—and most definitely—it’s career-defining. It’s the Huron way.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a field related to this position or equivalent work experience
- 5-7+ years of experience in Oracle delivery, managed services, or enterprise IT services
- Deep expertise in Oracle HCM Cloud, specifically Payroll module
- Experience as a functional application specialist with Oracle HCM Cloud Payroll module
- Strong knowledge of Managed Services delivery frameworks and transition methodologies
- Excellent communication skills – oral and written – and the interpersonal skills needed to quickly establish relationships of trust and collaboration
- Demonstrated leadership experience at the Manager level
- Remote in U.S. or Canada
COMPENSATION
- The estimated base salary for this job is $135,000 - $165,000 (U.S.). The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $155,250 - $206,250 (U.S.). The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
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Position Level
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Country
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Who's Hiring
- NFP5
- Strada3
- Two Chairs2
- Remote Technology Services2
- Chewy1
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance6
- Technology & Software5
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Retail1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote senior payroll specialist jobs.
- 3-5 years of end-to-end payroll processing experience in a mid-to-large organization
- Proficiency in at least one major HRIS or payroll platform such as Workday, ADP, or Ceridian
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and filing requirements
- Experience processing multi-state payroll and managing tax withholding across jurisdictions
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred or required
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and reconciliation-focused formulas
Tips for Your Remote Senior Payroll Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote senior payroll specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check it regularly and apply directly to roles that match your experience, as competitive remote openings often close faster than on-site postings.
Showcase your payroll platform depth upfront
Remote hiring managers can't watch you work, so name your platforms explicitly: Workday, ADP, Ceridian, Paycom, or others. List specific modules you've owned, such as year-end processing or multi-state tax setup, so your technical depth is clear before any interview.
Prove async communication in your application
Remote payroll teams depend on written clarity. Use your cover note to show you communicate precisely under pressure, especially for compliance deadlines and payroll discrepancies. Concise, well-structured writing signals you can operate without in-person check-ins.
Highlight multi-state compliance experience directly
Distributed employers prioritize candidates who've already navigated multi-state payroll tax rules, wage and hour regulations, and year-end filings independently. Call out the states and employee counts you've managed to give remote hiring teams immediate confidence in your scope.
Prepare for remote-specific interview scenarios
Expect questions about how you handle payroll discrepancies, missed deadlines, or compliance questions without a team physically around you. Walk through a real example of a problem you resolved independently, including the tools and documentation you used to get it done.
Remote Senior Payroll Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote senior payroll specialist job?
Target companies built around distributed teams, where remote payroll operations are the norm rather than an exception. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, precise written communication, and hands-on experience with cloud-based payroll platforms like Workday, ADP Workforce Now, or Ceridian Dayforce. Candidates who can document multi-state payroll compliance experience and demonstrate they resolve issues independently, without needing in-person escalation, stand out most.
Which companies hire remote senior payroll specialists?
Employers currently hiring remote senior payroll specialists include NFP, Strada, and Two Chairs, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first technology companies, distributed healthcare organizations, and large financial services firms are among the most consistent hirers of this role across the country.
Can you get a remote senior payroll specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote roles at the senior level are harder to land without experience because you're expected to work independently from day one. Entry paths include remote payroll coordinator or specialist roles at smaller distributed companies, where you build multi-state processing and compliance skills. Demonstrating proficiency with payroll software certifications and showing structured async communication habits can help bridge the experience gap early.
Do you need a degree for remote senior payroll specialist jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh hands-on payroll experience, platform proficiency, and certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional credential heavily alongside or instead of a degree. Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end payroll cycles, navigate multi-state tax compliance, and communicate clearly in writing often matters more to distributed teams than formal education credentials alone.
Which industries hire the most remote senior payroll specialists?
The sectors hiring the most remote senior payroll specialists are Insurance, Technology & Software, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors tend to operate distributed workforces across multiple states, creating sustained demand for senior payroll specialists who can manage complex compliance requirements without being on-site.
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