Payroll Specialist - Hybrid NYC - $90K
Michael Page
Manhattan, NY · $85k–$90k a year · Posted October 22, 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing pays about $87,500 a year. Across 102 open payroll specialist listings that state pay, the middle half runs $55,000 to $75,500 and the median is $66,500. That is 32% above the median, above the middle half of those listings.
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How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among compensation, benefits, and job analysis specialists is little observed so far. Measured exposure for compensation, benefits, and job analysis specialists: 6% (little observed).
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About the job
As a Payroll Specialist, you will support all aspects of payroll administration and work closely with key stakeholders to ensure payroll is processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with al