This position will assist with the routine and ad hoc payroll processes within and outside of Workday our HR payroll and financial system. This includes running processes in Workday managing integrations and related data validations analyzing data and payroll errors reviewing retroactive transactions reviewing and processing payroll settlements and monitoring for potentially fraudulent activity. They will be well versed in the payroll processing space and have basic knowledge of and support other core processes that interact with payroll (ie HR absence management time tracking benefits).
This position will work collaboratively with all UWSS teams and the Workday Enterprise Support Team to support current operations and may assist with the effort to build and enhance new work streams geared toward operational efficiency and automation of administrative services. This position primarily supports payroll processing and may be tasked with assisting other areas as needed (ie HR benefits purchasing and finance).
Supports the bi-weekly payroll process including support of related Workday processes integrations data validations etc.
Assists with troubleshooting hardware software and system issues
Assist with recommending and participating in the implementation of system enhancements or changes that may involve custom design optional and third-party products
Performs basic data analysis and reporting
Assure processes comply with applicable regulations and policies and provide adequate internal controls
Foster a culture of continuous improvement
The Business Systems Analyst (Official Title: Business Systems Analyst I or II ) is a full-time salaried (exempt) academic staff position.
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $70000 - $80000 (Business Systems Analyst I) or $76000 - $86000 (Business Systems Analyst II) title and compensation will be determined commensurate with the candidates education related experience and qualifications.
To be considered for this position a candidate must have:
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience in operational support of a large complex ERP or other multifaceted system
1 - 3 years business or technical analyst experience
Well qualified applicants will also have a substantial amount of experience in a combination of the following:
Experience in higher education or large complex organization
Experience with HR payroll and/or benefits business system support especially Workday
Ability to work collaboratively with others on common goals projects and tasks
Ability to use independent judgement and exercise discretion
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word Excel PowerPoint)
Work Location:
The office location is located at 660 W Washington in Madison WI. An in-office requirement is expected three (3) days per week and two days may be worked off-site/remote. Telecommuting agreements are subject to change at any time.
Application Details:
Applicant screening will begin immediately and be ongoing through 11:59 pm Friday September 19 2025. However applications may be accepted until the position has been filled.
To receive full consideration interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a Resume (PDF Format) and Cover letter addressing your experience and education as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications (PDF Format)
Questions may be addressed to: Sarah Haen HR Manager at
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To ensure full consideration please submit application materials as soon as possible. Applicants must submit a cover letter resume and contact information for three professional references. Applicant screening will begin immediately and be ongoing through the closing date. However applications may be accepted until the position has been filled.
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Required Experience:
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