Workday Payroll Business Analyst
Workday Payroll Business Analyst
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Executive Assistant and Office Manager
Group 1 Automotive Inc. is a Fortune 250 company with over $19 billion in annual revenues in 2024. The company owns and operates 200 automotive dealerships 267 franchises and 46 collision centers across the United States and the United Kingdom offering 34 brands of automobiles.
Brief Description:
We are seeking an experienced Workday Payroll Business Analyst to serve as the primary liaison between the Payroll and HRIS teams. This role is responsible for driving process improvements system enhancements and issue resolution within Workday Payroll. The analyst will also play a critical role in training mentoring and coaching the Payroll team to ensure effective system use and best practices. The ideal candidate will bring deep Payroll expertise combined with strong Workday Payroll technical experience enabling them to translate business needs into system solutions that improve efficiency compliance and employee experience.
Position Details:
- Title: Workday Payroll Business Analyst
- Department: Payroll
- Direct Supervisor: Senior Payroll Manager
- Schedule: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday through Friday Overtime as necessary
Description of Responsibilities:
- Business Analysis & System Support
- Act as the main liaison between Payroll and HRIS teams to gather requirements evaluate system capabilities and deliver enhancements.
- Analyze current Payroll processes and recommend improvements aligned with industry best practices and compliance standards.
- Troubleshoot payroll-related system issues coordinate fixes and ensure successful resolution.
- Partner with HRIS on testing validating and deploying Workday Payroll updates enhancements and new features.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Workday Payroll functionality configuration and release updates.
- Process Improvements & Enhancements
- Identify and document opportunities to streamline Payroll processes through automation configuration or policy adjustments.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to design and implement scalable Payroll solutions.
- Ensure solutions are aligned with compliance accuracy and efficiency goals.
- Training Coaching & Knowledge Sharing
- Develop and deliver training programs for Payroll team members on Workday Payroll functionality processes and best practices.
- Coach Payroll staff on troubleshooting data validation and system navigation.
- Create and maintain user guides process documentation and reference materials for ongoing team support.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Work closely with Payroll HR HRIS Finance and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment on business needs and system delivery.
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for Workday Payroll and provide insights during audits and compliance reviews.
- Provide reporting and analytics support for Payroll and HR leadership as needed.
Desired Qualifications/Requirements:
- Required:
- 5 years of hands-on Payroll experience with in-depth knowledge of payroll processes compliance and regulations.
- 3 years of Workday Payroll configuration and technical experience including system support testing and enhancements.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate business requirements into system solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and long-term solutions.
- Proven ability to train coach and mentor Payroll professionals.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage stakeholders across functions.
- Preferred:
- Experience in large multi-state or multi-country payroll environments.
- Knowledge of Workday integrations reporting and security.
- Prior experience supporting Payroll system upgrades or implementations.
*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include background checks and drug testing to qualify for employment*
If you are in alignment with our values of Integrity Transparency Professionalism Teamwork and Respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer to a qualified friend.
Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify
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Employment Type
Full-Time
