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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in financial management, overseeing P&L coordination, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance across projects while fostering strategic communication with executives and stakeholders...

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

$92K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic finance team, driving accounting excellence, fostering talent, and optimizing financial processes. Take charge of reconciliations, vendor management, and ens...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Champion payroll accuracy and compliance by leading end-to-end processing, advanced analysis, and system optimizations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance payroll systems and ensure operational...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading diverse project teams to deliver exceptional enterprise banking solutions. Utilize your expertise in project management to drive success, engage stakeholders, and ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Explore the future of enterprise banking by leading project teams to deliver innovative solutions. Utilize your expertise in project management to drive success, engage stakeholders, and ensure projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $115K *

Transform financial operations by delivering insightful analysis and proactive guidance to leaders, ensuring informed decision-making and risk mitigation while fostering collaboration across teams in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $173K *

Drive production efficiency by leading planning, scheduling, and material control efforts. Foster team growth and collaboration to meet delivery requirements while ensuring quality and continuous impr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform global payroll and workforce time strategies to enhance operational excellence, compliance, and employee experience. Lead cross-functional teams in executing complex projects with a broad in...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead global payroll transformation and workforce time strategy, enhancing operational excellence and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate solutions and drive enterprise-wide...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $133K *

Champion HR strategies that drive business success, enhance workforce planning, and foster a high-performing culture. Collaborate with leadership to optimize talent management and ensure compliance in...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $120K *

Contribute to efficient payroll operations by processing employee compensation, maintaining records, and ensuring accuracy. Collaborate with teams to resolve discrepancies and support compliance while...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$49K - $290K *

Drive program success by overseeing operations, managing resources, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic 24x7 environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance and deliver results whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$49K - $290K *

Shape the future of program management by overseeing a critical 24x7 operational environment. Lead a dedicated team, ensuring effective resource allocation, compliance, and performance while driving p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Empower teams by driving technical project execution, ensuring deliverables are met through rigorous planning, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive risk management. Your expertise will enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $120K *

Contribute to efficient payroll operations by processing employee compensation, maintaining records, and ensuring accuracy. Collaborate with HR and Finance to resolve discrepancies and support complia...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic accounting team through monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Drive financial reporting, analysis, and process improvements while ensuring compliance an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $179K *

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and improving financial processes while managing a team for optimal performance and support of eCommerce and wholesale activitie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal leadership role driving project delivery and portfolio management for mission-critical space defense initiatives, ensuring successful execution and collaboration across multidiscipli...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading accounting and financial reporting efforts, ensuring accuracy and compliance while fostering team development and process improvement to drive sustainable growth and i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, cross-functional technology projects. Manage project planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration to drive successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Analyze financial performance and drive innovation in FP&A processes. Your expertise will enhance executive-level insights while automating workflows and improving reporting efficiency in a dynamic P...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive corporate project controls oversight across multiple countries, consolidating data for executive reporting. Shape standards and governance while enhancing site team capabilities in a dynamic min...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Champion the optimization and governance of the Workday platform, ensuring system integrity and compliance while leading a dedicated support team to enhance operational efficiency and align technology...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.