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Workday Payroll Business Analyst

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Robert Half

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United States , San Ramon

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Job Description:

Robert Half Management Resources is looking for a detail-oriented Workday Payroll Business Analyst to contribute to a major Workday Financials and Payroll implementation project for one of our clients on an interim basis. This position plays a vital role in transitioning complex payroll operations into a streamlined Workday environment, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations and union-specific requirements. As a long-term contract opportunity, this role offers the chance to collaborate across Payroll, Finance, and IT teams while addressing the unique operational needs of a healthcare organization.

Job Responsibility:

  • Configure and maintain Workday Payroll settings, including earnings, deductions, taxes, pay groups, and complex workflows
  • Facilitate the migration of payroll data from legacy systems such as Lawson S3, PeopleSoft, and Dayforce into Workday
  • Lead requirements gathering, document system configurations, and oversee user acceptance testing and parallel testing cycles
  • Develop and manage integrations using Workday EIBs and other tools, while generating advanced reports to support data reconciliation
  • Map payroll processes to the general ledger and ensure accuracy in financial reconciliations and accruals
  • Ensure compliance with multi-state taxation laws, garnishment rules, and retro-pay policies
  • Address unique healthcare workforce needs, including union rules, shift differentials, and 24/7 operational requirements
  • Provide technical support and troubleshoot payroll interfaces, ensuring seamless data flow across systems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align payroll processes with organizational goals and regulatory requirements

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience with Workday Payroll implementations, particularly for multi-entity organizations
  • Proficiency in migrating data from legacy systems like Lawson S3, PeopleSoft, and Dayforce
  • Knowledge of healthcare industry payroll operations, including union agreements and shift differentials
  • Strong technical skills with Workday EIBs, interface management, and advanced Excel capabilities
  • Understanding of payroll’s impact on the general ledger and financial reporting processes
  • Ability to translate technical details into actionable insights for HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders
  • Familiarity with multi-state payroll compliance, including tax regulations and garnishments
  • Proven ability to manage large-scale payroll operations for organizations with over 500 employees
What we offer:
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
March 01, 2026

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