Hybrid Global Payroll Specialist — Workday Expert

BDA, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust PTO

Paid volunteer day

Holidays and summer Fridays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BDA is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage domestic and international payroll across multiple locations using Workday. The role requires strong Excel skills, adherence to payroll regulations, and collaboration with HR, Finance, and business leaders.

Onsite presence is required four days a week at Austin, TX, or Troy, MI locations, with alternative Woodinville WA, Plainfield IN options. Base salary ranges are disclosed with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on payroll experience, including multi-state and global payroll.
• Experience with Workday payroll processing and related modules.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, Pivot, lookups) for reporting and reconciliation.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations at federal, state, local levels.
• Payroll systems expertise and attention to detail in audits and documentation.
• Fluent English; payroll certification preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll for 1,400+ employees across multiple states and global locations using Workday.
• Coordinate with domestic and international payroll partners and systems.
• Manage garnishments, wage verifications, and compliance items within Workday.
• Audit and reconcile PTO accruals, deductions, and related balances.
• Oversee electronic timekeeping for hourly staff and ensure accurate payments.
• Ensure commissions and bonuses are paid accurately and on time per compensation structures.
• Generate payroll reports for audits, reconciliations, and business needs.

Skills

Workday experience

Payroll processing

Excel advanced

Garnishments & compliance

Multi-state payroll

Global payroll

Tools

Workday

ADP SmartCompliance

HRIS systems

Job description

BDA is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage domestic and international payroll across multiple locations using Workday. The role requires strong Excel skills, adherence to payroll regulations, and collaboration with HR, Finance, and business leaders.

Onsite presence is required four days a week at Austin, TX, or Troy, MI locations, with alternative Woodinville WA, Plainfield IN options. Base salary ranges are disclosed with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.