payroll specialist
PeopleShare
New York, NY · Posted November 3, 2026
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November 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing does not state pay. Across 85 open payroll specialist listings that state pay, the middle half runs $55,000 to $75,000 and the median is $66,500.
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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).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
...Job Description Job Description Join a Fast-Paced and Professional Team! PeopleShare is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a 6-month contract opportunity. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining...