Workday Payroll Configuration Specialist (Remote)

KBR Careers; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Workday Payroll Configuration Analyst to configure, support, and optimize the Workday platform across modules with emphasis on Payroll. The role will translate business requirements into scalable Workday solutions and drive improvements throughout the year.

Preferably on-site in Houston, TX, with consideration for remote work for the right candidate. You will collaborate with Payroll and HR teams, manage data integrity, and support system releases and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, data analytics, business administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Configure and support Workday Payroll to ensure accurate execution and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with Payroll and People teams to optimize Workday processes and security.
• Support Workday releases, testing cycles (UAT), and issue resolution across modules.
• Develop payroll reports, data extracts, and audit controls for compliance.
• Coordinate high‑volume data loads using EIBs across multiple areas.

Skills

Workday Payroll

HRIS

Payroll configurations

Cross-functional collaboration

Testing & UAT

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday Advanced Reports

Workday Matrix Reports

EIBs (data loads)

Job description

KBR is seeking a Workday Payroll Configuration Analyst to configure, support, and optimize the Workday platform across modules with emphasis on Payroll. The role will translate business requirements into scalable Workday solutions and drive improvements throughout the year.

Preferably on-site in Houston, TX, with consideration for remote work for the right candidate. You will collaborate with Payroll and HR teams, manage data integrity, and support system releases and compliance requirements.