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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by managing payroll for a large construction workforce. Oversee compliance, reporting, and team leadership while ensuring accurate payroll processing and fostering collaboration...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform payroll operations by leading a team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in processing for a large construction workforce, while fostering collaboration across departments and enh...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by managing payroll and accounting processes. Oversee payroll for multiple entities, ensure compliance, and enhance financial systems while supporting the broader accounting tea...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee regional payroll operations across North America, ensuring accurate, compliant payroll delivery while driving process improvements and transformation initiatives. Lead a team, collaborate with...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $240K *

Optimize payroll operations across multiple countries, ensuring compliance and accuracy while leveraging AI and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and support com...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $95K *

Champion accurate payroll operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing processes. Collaborate with campus partners to resolve complex issues and drive continuous improvem...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Empower payroll accuracy and compliance by leading a team to enhance processes, manage complex payroll systems, and ensure timely reporting for union and non-union employees while collaborating with f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by ensuring payroll compliance through effective governance, monitoring, and collaboration across departments. Leverage expertise in UKG systems and AI tools to enhance operational ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$190K - $223K *

Elevate your career by leading payroll operations across the US and Canada. Drive compliance, enhance processes, and empower your team during a period of growth while collaborating with cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$113K - $143K *

Unlock potential by leading global payroll transformation projects, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple countries while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and managing system integra...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $143K *

Drive global payroll transformation projects, ensuring compliance and accuracy while coordinating with stakeholders across multiple countries. Lead implementations, manage risks, and support operation...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $125K *

Champion international payroll processes by evaluating country-specific mechanisms, building playbooks, and training teams to ensure compliance and efficiency across global operations...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K *

Optimize international payroll processes by leading assessments, defining requirements, and training teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and effective operations while managing...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K *

Join us in shaping the future of international payroll operations. This role drives country-specific payroll strategies, builds processing playbooks, and trains teams to ensure seamless global payroll...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Architect comprehensive payroll and benefits strategies, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Lead payroll processing and benefits administration while mentoring a dedicated team to enhance employee sa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $152K *

Oversee global payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple regions. Lead a team to meet deadlines, resolve issues, and enhance service delivery while collaborating with HR and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $190K *

Empower your career by leading the administration and support of Payroll and Timekeeping systems. Drive integration across platforms while managing a growing product team to enhance operational effici...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in processing employee compensation while leading a dedicated team and enhancing payroll systems for efficiency and effectivene...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming payroll processes at scale, ensuring timely and accurate payments for over 1,000 employees across multiple states, while driving compliance, automation, and efficiency...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Lead global time and attendance implementations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, ensure compliance, and deliver effective solutions that enhance payroll accuracy and...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of payroll management by ensuring timely, accurate process execution and compliance while leading a dynamic team to enhance efficiency and service levels. Drive continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform payroll operations by leading a comprehensive compliance team. Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing, driving performance and continuous improvements while collaborating cross-functi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K *

Optimize payroll operations by supervising staff, ensuring compliance, and maintaining accurate records. Lead a team to enhance payroll processes while managing data integrity and fostering collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Manage payroll operations by leading a team to ensure accurate, timely processing and compliance with regulations, while continuously improving processes and providing excellent customer service to ov...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Lead payroll excellence by ensuring timely, accurate compensation for 2,000 employees. Collaborate with HR and Finance to uphold compliance, drive improvements, and enhance employee experience through...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.