Workday Operations Specialist – Payroll

Job Title: Workday Operations Specialist – Payroll

Location: Washington, DC Hybrid
Job Type: Full-Time  
Experience: 3–7+ Years

Job Summary

We are seeking a Workday Operations Specialist with strong experience in Workday HCM and Payroll Operations. The ideal candidate will support day-to-day HR and payroll processes, maintain employee data, troubleshoot Workday issues, and collaborate with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and IT teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Workday HCM and Payroll operations.
• Maintain employee records, job changes, compensation, transfers, promotions, and terminations in Workday.
• Support payroll processing by ensuring accurate employee data and resolving payroll-related issues.
• Monitor payroll input, validations, audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and Workday system issues.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Benefits, and Payroll teams to ensure smooth payroll operations.
• Configure and maintain Workday business processes, security roles, and workflows.
• Generate and analyze Workday reports using Report Writer and dashboards.
• Support Workday releases, testing, and system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and payroll regulations.
• Assist with data uploads using EIB (Enterprise Interface Builder).
• Participate in UAT testing for Workday enhancements and payroll changes.
• Document standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process improvements.
• Provide end-user support and training on Workday functionality.