50 Jobs That Use Payroll The Most

50 Jobs That Use Payroll the Most in 2026

Are you seeking a fulfilling career that leverages your payroll expertise? Navigating the job market can be overwhelming, especially with the rapid changes in hiring practices and the evolving landscape of remote and hybrid work. But fear not! We’re here to simplify your job search and help you identify career paths that align with your skills.

If you possess payroll skills, you’re in luck: a wide array of exciting job opportunities awaits you. Below, we’ve compiled a list of the top jobs that prioritize payroll expertise, giving you a clear starting point in your search.

Here are the top 10 jobs that use payroll:

For the complete list of 50 roles, scroll down to the end of the article. But first, let’s delve into how we compiled this list of payroll-centric jobs.

How We Identified the Jobs That Use Payroll the Most

Advancing in your career often hinges on acquiring skills that are in high demand among employers. With our extensive database of over 7 million real-world resumes, we analyzed the job titles that frequently listed ‘payroll’ as a key skill.

We ensured a comprehensive search by including variations of the term ‘payroll.’ Then, we calculated the percentage of resumes that included payroll skills for each job title, helping us determine which roles are most closely associated with payroll expertise.

Detailed List of the 50 Jobs That Use Payroll the Most

Rank	Job Title	Hits	More Info
1	Assistant Store Manager	208,664	Overview
2	Store Assistant	158,150	Overview
3	Assistant Manager	115,061	Overview
4	General Manager	81,121	Overview
5	Manager	47,371	Overview
6	Payroll Administrator	44,608	Overview
7	Store Manager	37,194	Overview
8	Payroll Specialist	33,386	Overview
9	Operations Manager	27,188	Overview
10	Supervisor	25,385	Overview
11	Bookkeeper	22,873	Overview
12	Human Resources Coordinator	22,675	Overview
13	Owner	22,384	Overview
14	Sales Leader	22,217	Overview
15	Payroll Manager	22,032	Overview
16	Human Resources Manager	21,981	Overview
17	Office Assistant	20,911	Overview
18	Payroll Clerk	18,642	Overview
19	Senior Accountant	17,698	Overview
20	Accountant	17,515	Overview
21	Human Resources Assistant	17,431	Overview
22	Controller	16,265	Overview
23	Staff Accountant	15,475	Overview
24	Payroll Analyst	14,958	Overview
25	Accounts Payable Clerk	13,845	Overview
26	Secretary	13,347	Overview
27	Human Resources Generalist	12,953	Overview
28	Team Leader	12,789	Overview
29	Accounting Manager	11,485	Overview
30	Training Manager	11,462	Overview
31	Area Supervisor	11,368	Overview
32	Operation Supervisor	11,294	Overview
33	Account Manager	11,288	Overview
34	Owner/operator	10,675	Overview
35	Executive Assistant	9,632	Overview
36	Human Resource Specialist	9,370	Overview
37	District Manager	9,309	Overview
38	Consultant	9,251	Overview
39	Administrator	9,165	Overview
40	Chief Finance Officer	8,892	Overview
41	Service Manager	8,539	Overview
42	Coordinator	8,514	Overview
43	Payroll Supervisor	7,876	Overview
44	Human Resources Business Partner	7,786	Overview
45	Floor Supervisor	7,624	Overview
46	Director Of Human Resources	7,351	Overview
47	Co-Manager	7,261	Overview
48	Shift Supervisor	7,232	Overview
49	Assistant Retail Store Manager	7,118	Overview
50	Branch Manager	7,041	Overview

As the job market continues to evolve, positions that require payroll expertise remain in high demand. By honing your payroll skills, you can position yourself for success in various roles across industries. Explore the opportunities listed above, and take the next step in your career today!

Never miss an opportunity that’s right for you.

Author

Chris Kolmar

Chris Kolmar is a co-founder of Zippia and the editor-in-chief of the Zippia career advice blog. He has hired over 50 people in his career, been hired five times, and wants to help you land your next job. His research has been featured on the New York Times, Thrillist, VOX, The Atlantic, and a host of local news. More recently, he's been quoted on USA Today, BusinessInsider, and CNBC.

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