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 payroll function, ensuring accuracy and compliance while enhancing processes. Oversee payroll operations, manage tax transmissions, and support audits. Develop team capabilities and maintain...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize global payroll compliance by leading practices across jurisdictions, ensuring accurate operations and regulatory alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and enhan...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $96K *

Take ownership of payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating across teams. This role demands attention to detail and problem-solving skills to navigate complex payroll ch...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $110K *

Transform payroll operations by managing processes, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency. Collaborate with teams to enhance accuracy and support employee compensation, while leading improvement...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Transform payroll operations by ensuring accurate, timely compensation while leading compliance and process improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and support organizational goals...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading complex payroll and workforce management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payroll accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency while d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead global payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy across regions while developing a high-performing team culture. Innovate processes and systems for enhanced efficiency in payroll manag...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion the development of payroll and benefits accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across global operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead the payroll and benefits accounting function, ensuring accuracy and compliance across global operations. Collaborate with key stakeholders to streamline processes and support the Workd...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading payroll and benefits accounting, ensuring accuracy and compliance across global operations. Collaborate with key stakeholders to streamline processes and support system imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading payroll and benefits accounting in a dynamic, global organization. Drive process improvements, partner with key stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in implementing i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $190K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of HR transformation, leading dynamic projects in Workday Payroll. Utilize your expertise to drive client success and empower colleagues while building significant...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $190K *

Transform client relationships by leading the implementation of Workday Payroll, navigating complex design processes, and developing training to enhance team capabilities while managing multiple large...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $190K *

Drive impactful HR transformation initiatives while leading Workday Payroll projects, enhancing client solutions through collaboration and expert management across all implementation phases...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $190K *

Lead the charge in delivering transformative HR solutions, overseeing the entire project lifecycle while fostering collaboration among teams, clients, and partners to drive success across multiple ini...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $190K *

Transform client operations as a dynamic Technical Manager, leading implementation cycles and ensuring successful project delivery. Collaborate with teams to enhance HR transformation solutions while...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $190K *

Join our team to lead impactful technical projects, guide talented professionals, and drive innovative solutions in a dynamic consulting environment with extensive client engagement and opportunity fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $190K *

Drive the implementation life cycle for clients, enhancing HR processes through strategic management and collaboration, while leading diverse projects and fostering team growth in a dynamic consulting...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $190K *

Champion innovative HR transformations through leadership in Workday Payroll implementations. Collaborate with client teams to drive project success and develop high-performing staff, all while foster...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $103K *

Join a team that's committed to financial excellence and operational efficiency. Oversee accounting processes, prepare reports, and collaborate across departments. Lead a talented team and drive impro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Advance the accounting department by managing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and producing accurate financial reports. Lead a team to enhance systems and processes while meeting financial obje...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate financial operations by leading the accounting team, managing reporting, and implementing strategic improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial practices...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $119K *

Contribute to effective payroll management by overseeing agency-wide payroll and benefits operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while leading a dedicated team to enhance efficiency and support...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic accounting team, overseeing financial reporting, audits, and month-end close processes. Drive improvements in accounting practices while collaborating across d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.