RSM US

Workday Systems Sr. Analyst - Payroll, Benefits, Absence (Location Flexible)

RSM US$81K — $139K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Advanced knowledge of Workday Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking or similar HRIS platforms
  • Experience with payroll processing, time tracking, and absence management preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficient in documenting and translating business requirements
  • Experience in training small groups and individuals
  • 4+ years of relevant experience required

Responsibilities

  • Lead special projects to enhance Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking
  • Ensure proposed solutions meet business requirements and stakeholder needs
  • Research and recommend new Workday technologies and capabilities
  • Document business requirements and configuration needs for Workday processes
  • Analyze and prioritize requirements with stakeholders and project managers
  • Monitor Workday functionalities for issues and manage ticket resolutions
  • Provide coaching and develop training on Workday functionalities for team members

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule to balance personal and professional demands
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Competitive total rewards package including benefits and bonuses
  • Work location flexibility across US-based markets
  • Emphasis on teamwork and collaborative opportunities
Full Job Description

Responsibilities

Special Projects & Enhancements (20%)

  • Special projects, as assigned, related to researching, specifying, developing, testing, and implementing enhancements to Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking processes and technologies.

Solution Assessment, Development, & Validation (25%)

  • Works with project teams to ensure proposed solutions align with business requirements and maximize value to stakeholders across Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking.
  • Researches new technologies and Workday capabilities related to Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking and recommends adoption where appropriate.
  • Defines requirements for system enhancements, payroll processing (including pay calculations and retro), time tracking operations, and absence management processes.
  • Performs gap analysis, develops acceptance criteria, and recommends solutions to improve employee and manager experiences.
  • Collaborates with internal IT and HR stakeholders to configure and support Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking functionality in alignment with Talent Technology strategy.
  • Works with project teams to evaluate system defects, assess business impact, and develop remediation plans.

Requirements Gathering & Stakeholder Engagement (15%)

  • Gather requirements and conduct discovery sessions with HR, Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, and business leaders using techniques including interviews, workshops, surveys, process analysis, prototyping, and focus groups.
  • Document business requirements, configuration needs, security considerations, and reporting requirements related to Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking processes.
  • Validate requirements with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Requirements Analysis & Solution Design (10%)

  • Analyze and prioritize requirements with stakeholders, project sponsors, and project managers.
  • Organize, model, and document business processes and system requirements related to payroll processing, pay calculations, time tracking operations, absence management, and accruals.
  • Support solution design, testing, and deployment activities while ensuring alignment with Workday best practices.

System Administration, Monitoring & Troubleshooting (20%)

  • Monitor Workday integrations, business processes, and automations supporting Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking for unusual behavior or system failures.
  • Identify and remediate issues when possible; manage tickets with IT, internal teams, and external vendors as needed.
  • Support payroll processing cycles (on-cycle and off-cycle), time tracking operations, absence management activities, testing activities, and production deployments.
  • Implement monitoring, logging, and notification processes to proactively identify and resolve issues.

Training, Governance & Leadership (10%)

  • Provide coaching and leadership to Talent Technology staff.
  • Develop and deliver training to Talent Technology team members, HR partners, and system administrators on Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking functionality.
  • Support governance, process documentation, testing standards, release management, and continuous improvement initiatives related to Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Advanced working knowledge of Workday Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, or other HRIS platforms required.
  • Experience supporting Workday payroll processing, time tracking operations, absence management, accruals, and pay calculations preferred.
  • Ability to establish, document, and improve business processes required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
  • Ability to gather, document, and translate business requirements into scalable system solutions required.
  • One-on-one and small group training skills required.

EXPERIENCE

  • 4+ years of relevant experience required.
  • Experience supporting Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking solutions preferred.
  • Experience supporting payroll processing cycles, time tracking operations, absence management activities, testing, configuration, and stakeholder management preferred

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

  • Ability to lead, supervise, direct, and review the results of projects or assignments required.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and provide oversight for Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking technology initiatives required.

Team Aligned Flexiblity - The baseline expectation that employees and owners may perform work from home, an office, a client site, or other relevant business locations, within‑person attendance required when business needs, collaboration, client service, development, or travel warrant it. Working from home frequently or primarily does not change this expectation.  For this position, the location is open to any of our US based markets.

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at .

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $81,900 - $139,700

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

About RSM US

RSM US is a leading provider of audit, tax, and consulting services to middle market companies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and has more than 90 offices across the country. RSM US is a member of the RSM International network, which is the sixth largest network of independent audit, tax, and consulting firms in the world. The company's services include audit and assurance, tax, consulting, risk advisory, transaction advisory, and wealth management. RSM US serves clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, real estate, and technology.
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