Workday Functional Payroll Analyst

Lorien; London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Workday Functional Payroll Analyst to enhance their payroll processes. This remote contract role involves maintaining the Workday Payroll Module, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in payroll administration, excellent analytical abilities, and a solution-oriented mindset. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving payroll efficiency and accuracy, while embracing new technologies and processes. If you're motivated to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll administration and configuring payroll modules.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and customize the Payroll Module to meet organizational requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the Workday Payroll Module.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Workday Payroll Module

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of UK Payroll Laws

Technical Documentation

Team Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Workday Functional Payroll Analyst - 10 Months - Remote Inside IR35

My client, a top global company, is currently looking to recruit a Workday Functional Payroll Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. Please note, if successful, you will need to set up via an Umbrella Company/PAYE. The Workday Functional Payroll Analyst will be responsible for driving and managing the efficiency and accuracy of the Workday Payroll Module for the UK. As a member of the Tech Payroll team, the analyst will handle analysis, configuration, and maintenance according to client policies and Workday procedures.

Key responsibilities for the Workday Functional Payroll Analyst include:

• Maintaining and customizing the Payroll Module to meet organizational payroll requirements, ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
• Analyzing payroll system configurations based on team queries, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues in collaboration with other Workday product owners.
• Implementing system changes, including testing and validating new payroll features introduced through Workday releases.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to the Workday Payroll Module, working closely with the UK payroll team and cross-functional teams.
• Maintaining detailed documentation of payroll module configurations for future reference.

• Identifying opportunities for process improvements, enhancements, and automation within the payroll module to streamline operations.

Key experience and knowledge required:

• Proven experience in payroll administration and configuring payroll modules within HRIS systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
• Experience with the Workday Payroll Module is preferred.
• Knowledge of UK payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience in maintaining the Workday Payroll Module.
• Experience working in a SOC environment.
• High integrity and ability to manage multiple priorities responsibly.
• Solution-oriented mindset and agility in learning new systems and processes.
• Motivated to learn new technologies.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation for regulatory and internal purposes.
• Commitment to accuracy, quality, and meeting deadlines.
• Sense of urgency, flexibility, and accountability.
• Team player willing to work in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to find solutions and apply Workday software efficiently.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.