Payroll Analyst at Workday

Your work days are brighter here.

We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About the Team

Workday’s Payroll Team is driven by a passion for Workmates, collaboration and innovation. We’re a diverse group of people, with an invaluable mix of experience and backgrounds.

Our team promotes Workday’s core values with ‘Employees’ being the first of them, which is why we empower you to achieve your professional and personal goals, and are proud to champion equal opportunities for everyone.

We are committed to working hard, having fun while maintaining a culture of work-life balance.

About the Role

Workday is seeking a highly skilled Payroll Analyst who wants to make their mark on a growing organization. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, great communicator, and enjoys partnering with people with a diverse set of talents, in a dynamic fast-paced environment. This position will play a pivotal role in the payroll processes.

About You

• Execute payroll processes on the Workday product for United States and Canada; ensure on-time payment to employees and statutory agencies

• Monitor and implement statutory updates for regulations relating to time tracking, leave and absence, tax and payroll for the US and Canada

• Coordinate with ADP to ensure timely and accurate remittance of US federal, state and local payroll taxes.

• Reconcile post payroll processing and audit reports to ensure accuracy

• Recording Ad Hoc bank transactions in Workday

• Quarterly Reconciliation with FP&A to provide cash flow for US and ROW

• Identify gaps in configuration and process; work with IT and team to correct as necessary

• Assist cross-functionally to provide support for payroll transactions and reconciliations

• Support implementation of projects and ongoing enhancements including partnering with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and resolve system issues.

• Test new configuration and bug fixes in the Workday tenant for payroll

• Support year-end activities for the US and Canada.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in payroll processing at a high-growth company

• 1+ years of previous experience processing payroll using Workday

• Experience with multi state payroll processing, taxation and compliance

Other Qualifications:

• BS degree in HR, Finance, Accounting; work experience considered in lieu of degree

• CPP preferred

• Ability to understand system functionality and communicate requirements

• Work well within tight deadlines, can lead a process, and escalate issues early to prevent missed deadlines

• Understanding of accounting and SOX controls

• Strong payroll auditing skills and attention to detail

• Proven ability to work well under pressure with problem solving capabilities

• Work independently while showing your contribution

• Demonstrated dependability, team player, and positive attitude

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

At Workday, we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring experience where all candidates can fully demonstrate their skills. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point, please email accommodations@workday.com.

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