Workday Payroll Analyst Jobs

Discover Workday Payroll Analyst opportunities for experienced professionals who connect payroll operations with HR technology. These specialists help organizations configure, maintain, and improve Workday Payroll while supporting accurate, timely, and compliant employee payments. Browse vetted roles on Ladders, including opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Workday Payroll Analyst Do?

Workday Payroll Analysts support payroll processes and the systems behind them. Their work may include analyzing payroll requirements, maintaining configurations, investigating calculation or integration issues, testing updates, and producing reports. They often partner with payroll, HR, finance, IT, and compliance teams to resolve problems and improve processes.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for hands-on experience with Workday Payroll and a strong understanding of payroll operations. Helpful qualifications include knowledge of payroll regulations and controls, experience with testing and troubleshooting, data analysis and reporting skills, and the ability to communicate technical findings to business stakeholders. Experience with Workday integrations, implementations, or optimization projects may also be valuable.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Workday Payroll Analyst roles can be found across industries and organizations of different sizes. Senior positions may involve leading system enhancements, supporting complex or multi-jurisdiction payrolls, advising stakeholders, or coordinating implementations. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

Explore Workday Payroll Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Search current listings to compare responsibilities, required experience, and compensation details. Tailor your resume to highlight Workday Payroll expertise, measurable process improvements, system projects, and the scope of payroll operations you have supported.

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$85K - $105K *

Champion financial modeling and forecasting by improving tools and processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance corporate analysis, reporting, and support strategic initiatives in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to precision in payroll management and timekeeping functions. Oversee payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with diverse teams to support...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $174K *

Lead the planning and delivery of complex technology initiatives across multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with program goals. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage resources, risks, and stak...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $200K *

Optimize revenue performance through advanced analytics, data modeling, and forecasting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights and strategic decisions that enhance growth and opera...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing technology and security projects, driving Agile execution across teams while ensuring compliance and risk oversight in a dynamic enterprise environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of global Procure-to-Pay strategies, leading a diverse team to optimize financial operations while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration across regional and global stakehold...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $175K *

Lead and optimize global Procure-to-Pay operations while ensuring process excellence across multiple regions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders and drive continuous improvement in financial operat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading a skilled accounting team to ensure financial accuracy, compliance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS, and optimization of reporting processes while driving continuous improvemen...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Lead and manage complex projects with diverse stakeholders, ensuring alignment and success through effective planning, execution, and oversight of methodologies and deliverables while driving team eng...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $132K *

Unlock advanced payroll processing expertise while ensuring compliance and accuracy across U.S. and Canadian payrolls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and mentor peer...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic accounts payable team in a project-driven environment, enhancing processes and controls while leveraging technology to drive efficiency and scalability in operations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $150K *

Empower a dynamic accounts payable team in a project-driven environment, overseeing daily operations, enhancing processes, and leveraging technology to improve efficiency and controls while collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $150K *

Champion a high-volume accounts payable operation, leading a team to enhance processes, strengthen controls, and leverage technology in a dynamic construction environment. Collaborate across departmen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Manage and oversee finance operations, leading accounts payable and billing functions across multiple regions. Ensure accuracy and compliance in procure-to-pay and order-to-cash processes while buildi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $130K *

Advance your career by overseeing general accounting operations, ensuring ledger integrity, and enhancing process efficiencies. Collaborate with teams to maintain compliance and drive improvements in...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing accounting processes as we expand our market reach. Collaborate with leadership to provide financial insights, ensuring compliance and accuracy in operations, while growi...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $163K *

Shape the future of financial planning by delivering insights and driving process excellence while collaborating with senior leaders to influence strategic decisions that enhance operational efficienc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering accurate payroll processing while providing exceptional service to employees. Leverage your expertise in payroll systems to manage complex tasks and ensure t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transforming business processes by managing complex projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and effective cha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at leading large-scale transformational projects, leveraging project management expertise to drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion financial integrity and operational excellence by leading accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and driving strategic decision-making to enhance profitability and performance a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at our high-growth company by owning financial planning, building robust infrastructure, and collaborating with leadership to drive strategic decisions that enhance scalability and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your accounting career by building a robust finance function. Own the monthly close process, manage accounts payable and receivable, and establish internal controls while collaborating with...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$166K - $250K *

Advance your career by leading cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance forecast accuracy and leverage AI tools for continuous improvement in treasury op...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$166K - $250K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Treasury Manager, leading cash flow forecasting and enhancing liquidity insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements and leverage AI tools f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Workday Payroll Analyst?question toggle

    A Workday Payroll Analyst supports payroll operations and the Workday systems used to process, analyze, and report payroll. The role may include configuration support, troubleshooting, testing, integrations, and collaboration with HR, finance, and IT teams.

  • What skills are important for Workday Payroll Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Employers often value Workday Payroll experience, payroll-process knowledge, analytical skills, attention to detail, testing and troubleshooting abilities, and clear communication. Experience with integrations, reporting, compliance, or implementations can be an advantage.

  • How much do Workday Payroll Analysts earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore listings that meet this compensation threshold.

  • Where can I find Workday Payroll Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Workday Payroll Analyst listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its specific compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities.

  • How can I stand out when applying for a Workday Payroll Analyst role?question toggle

    Highlight relevant Workday Payroll experience, payroll complexity, system enhancements, testing or implementation work, and outcomes such as improved accuracy or efficiency. Include the tools, integrations, reporting, and stakeholder groups you have supported.