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Payroll Staff Accountant

Average Payroll Staff Accountant Salary

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$51,120
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$47k
MEDIAN
$51k
75%
$54k

The average salary for a Payroll Staff Accountant is $51,120 in 2025

Base Salary
$47k - $54k
Bonus
$0 - $3k
Total Pay
$48k - $57k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Payroll Staff Accountant

Medical
86%
Dental
100%
Vision
86%

Gender Breakdown for Payroll Staff Accountants

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Payroll Staff Accountants

What is the highest pay for Payroll Staff Accountants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Payroll Staff Accountant is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Payroll Staff Accountants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Payroll Staff Accountant is $NaN / year

How can Payroll Staff Accountants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Payroll Staff Accountant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Payroll Staff Accountant that oversees more junior Payroll Staff Accountants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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