Workday HRIS Specialist, Principal (Payroll)

Undisclosed Company; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 11,353,000 - 17,029,000; Full time

Job summary

Progress is seeking a Workday HRIS Specialist, Principal to join the Human Resources team in a pivotal role overseeing Payroll and Benefits. The ideal candidate will manage and optimize the Workday HRIS, lead cross-functional HRIS projects, and implement new modules to support global operations, including US payroll configurations.

The role requires a strong background in HR technology, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex processes into scalable Workday solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/IS or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of HRIS administration experience with Workday and 5+ years in Benefits and Payroll Modules.
• Deep knowledge of Workday Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking and Core HRM.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Workday HRIS to meet organizational needs.
• Configure, maintain and troubleshoot Workday modules including Payroll, Time Tracking, Benefits and Core HRM.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze processes and recommend enhancements.
• Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytics in Workday for HR and leadership.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with payroll to implement payroll functionalities in Workday for US.
• Lead HRIS projects including upgrades, integrations, and implementations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for HRIS projects.
• Document processes and train HR staff on Workday features and updates.
• Collaborate with IT and vendors to resolve system issues.
• Ensure HRIS complies with regulations and security standards.
• Regularly audit configurations and protect employee data.
• Keep up-to-date with Workday updates and best practices.

Skills

HRIS administration

Workday HRIS

Payroll knowledge

Benefits administration

Time Tracking

Data reporting

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/IS

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Summary

We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experience with agility and ease.

We're proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a HRIS Specialist, Principal and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward. Learn More about us

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Workday HRIS Specialist, Principal with a strong knowledge of Payroll and Benefits to join our dynamic Human Resources team. This role is instrumental in ensuring our Workday HRIS system operates seamlessly while supporting the implementation of several new modules to meet organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be someone with a passion for HR technology, attention to detail, and a proven track record in managing and supporting processes within Workday.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring system functionality aligns with organizational needs.
• Provide technical expertise to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Workday modules, including Payroll, Time Tracking, Benefits and Core HRM.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze business processes and recommend enhancements for improved efficiency.
• Create and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and analytics within Workday to deliver actionable insights to HR and leadership teams.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Partner with the payroll team to implement and manage payroll functionalities within Workday for US.
• Lead HRIS-related projects such as system upgrades, integrations, and implementations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of HRIS projects.
• Document processes and provide training to HR staff on Workday functionalities and updates.
• Collaborate with IT and external vendors to resolve technical issues and enhance system capabilities.
• Ensure HRIS and systems comply fully with all applicable regulations and security standards.
• Regularly audit system configurations and data to safeguard sensitive employee information.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Workday updates and industry best practices to proactively address compliance challenges

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in HRIS administration on Workday and 5 plus years of experience on Benefits and Payroll Modules.
• Proven expertise in payroll processes and systems integrated with Workday.
• Workday Payroll: Expertise in payroll configuration, payroll process changes, earnings/deductions, calculations, eligibility rules, and ongoing production support.
• Workday Benefits: Strong hands-on experience with benefits setup, plans, eligibility rules, benefit events, open enrollment, and employee enrollment support.
• Time Tracking: Skilled in Time Tracking configuration, time entry, time calculations, validations, time-off integration, and payroll impact analysis.
• Demonstrated success in managing HRIS-related projects and leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience with integration configuration is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Workday functionalities and modules, including Payroll, and Benefits.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR reporting tools.
• Willing to work US Shift (5:00 PM IST - 2:00 AM IST).

If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we'd be happy to chat.

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