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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$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and budget goals are met while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful inf...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by overseeing comprehensive accounting functions, managing a dynamic team, and ensuring financial accuracy across multiple entities. Play a key role in enhancing processes and dr...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders, lead project teams, and drive successful outcomes through ef...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing accounting and financial reporting for Management Company entities. Lead fiscal operations, ensure compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver accurate, timel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead the management of accounting and financial reporting for multiple entities, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline processes and enhance financial controls...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate client accounting operations by leading full cycle accounting, ensuring GAAP compliance, and mentoring teams. Drive financial impact through process improvements and effective management repor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $100K *

Drive the accounting function by leading a dedicated team, managing month-end closes, and collaborating with senior leadership to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. Opportunity for growth into...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading a dynamic accounting team, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and driving accuracy in financial reporting. This role offers the opportunity to shape accounting pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Elevate financial performance at our manufacturing plant by leading budgeting, analysis, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to drive cost savings and present key metrics to leadership, ensuring ope...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $185K *

Pioneer complex mechanical projects with a focus on commercial renovations. Oversee all phases of project management, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful execution and financial mana...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex federal projects by managing tasks, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring quality outcomes. Utilize strong communication and project management skills to drive succ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $185K *

Elevate your career by managing complex mechanical projects with autonomy and support. Join a collaborative team delivering high-quality laboratory and office renovations across multiple sites, drivin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Manage and enhance HR and payroll processes, ensuring compliance and fostering a positive workplace culture. Collaborate with leadership to support employee engagement and operational efficiency while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$129K - $191K *

Tackle complex projects by leading teams in improving business processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement best practices while serving as a subject matter expert to drive global operationa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower financial operations by leading the accounting cycle, ensuring accurate reporting, and enhancing internal controls. Collaborate with leadership on budgeting and strategic decisions while manag...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $289K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $289K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $289K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $289K *

Advance critical missions by leading a cross-functional team to meet program goals. Oversee all phases of the program lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of innovative operational capabilities while c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams and optim...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive the financial integrity and accuracy of accounting operations, leading close processes, managing teams, and ensuring compliance while optimizing workflows in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving monthly and year-end closes while managing diverse accounting activities. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP, en...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $212K *

Lead financial strategy for a $200M+ portfolio, fostering cross-functional partnerships to optimize performance and execute key operational objectives through data-driven insights...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.