Applications Analyst - Payroll & Timekeeping Systems Specialist

WTL Wheatland Tube, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary range $70K – $122K

Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing

401(k) plan with Company Match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Tuition assistance program

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

WTL Wheatland Tube, LLC is seeking an Applications Analyst – Payroll Technical Specialist to oversee payroll processing across U.S. and Canadian operations. The role involves managing UKG and Workday systems and ensuring their seamless integration with HRIS.

Your responsibilities include technical support, data analysis, generating payroll reports, and leading system enhancements. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of payroll experience in a manufacturing environment are preferred. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct payroll experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience administering UKG and Workday Payroll systems.
• Professional payroll or HRIS certifications such as CPP, Workday Pro, or UKG Pro preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and maintain UKG and Workday payroll systems.
• Ensure seamless integration between time and attendance, HRIS, and payroll modules.
• Lead configuration, testing, and deployment of payroll system enhancements.
• Generate, analyze, and distribute payroll reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing

UKG payroll systems

Workday payroll systems

Advanced Excel skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems

Tools

Boomi

Job description

About the Role

As an Applications Analyst – Payroll Technical Specialist at Zekelman Industries, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across U.S. and Canadian operations. This position is responsible for the administration, optimization, and support of UKG and Workday payroll systems supporting both union and non‑union employees. You will serve as a key liaison between Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, and plant leadership to support payroll system performance, integrations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Do

• Administer, configure, and maintain UKG and Workday payroll systems supporting U.S. and Canadian union and non‑union operations.
• Ensure seamless integration between time and attendance, HRIS, and payroll modules.
• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot inbound and outbound UKG integrations to ensure accurate and secure data exchange.
• Resolve payroll system and integration issues proactively to minimize business disruption.
• Partner with HR, Finance, IT, and plant leadership to implement system changes, union contract updates, and process improvements.
• Provide technical and functional support to payroll, HR teams, and plant payroll contacts.
• Lead configuration, testing, and deployment of payroll system enhancements and integrations.
• Generate, analyze, and distribute payroll reporting for compliance, audits, management, and union‑specific requirements.
• Utilize advanced Excel skills to perform reconciliations, data analysis, and payroll reporting.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver payroll system documentation and end‑user training.
• Stay current on payroll regulations, system upgrades, and best practices to drive automation and efficiency.
• Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.

Who You Are

• 3+ years of direct payroll experience in a multi‑site manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Hands‑on experience administering UKG and Workday Payroll systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of UKG payroll configuration, integrations, troubleshooting, and reporting.
• Working knowledge of Boomi or other enterprise integration platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex data analysis and reconciliations.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply union contract payroll provisions.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to support non‑technical users.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional payroll or HRIS certifications such as CPP, Workday Pro, or UKG Pro preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada with the ability to travel between countries as needed.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive Compensation: Annual salary range $70K – $122K.
• Bonus Plan & Profit‑Sharing opportunities.
• 401(k) plan with Company Match and immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Paid vacation & holidays.
• Employee loyalty awards.

EEO Statement

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