Sr HRIS Analyst Payroll

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Senior Payroll HRIS Analyst (Workday) to join our payroll team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for configuring and maintaining our Workday payroll system to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing. This role combines advanced technical expertise in the Workday platform including a strong command of general ledger mapping rules with the communication skills necessary to collaborate effectively with Accounting and Finance stakeholders. The analyst serves as the bridge between Payroll Operations and Accounting partnering with HR and IT to ensure end-to-end payroll data integrity.

Position location:  Deerfield IL position is Hybrid

RESPONSIBILITIES: What you will be doing

• Partner with Payroll Accounting/Finance and HR to gather and translate requirements for earnings deductions taxes general ledger and compliance.
• Configure and maintain Workday Payroll (earnings/deductions tax setup payroll calendars and GL mapping) to meet business and regulatory requirements.
• Plan and execute testing (test payrolls validation and troubleshooting) to ensure accurate results and compliant processing.
• Manage deployments and complex configuration changes including business process updates to support operational needs and legal/regulatory changes.
• Document configurations processes and procedures to maintain an auditable record of system setup and changes.
• Provide training and day-to-day support to payroll administrators and end users to ensure effective system adoption and issue resolution.
• Monitor Workday Payroll releases and enhancements assess impacts and coordinate updates with Payroll HRIS and IT.
• Create and maintain standard and ad hoc payroll reports dashboards and metrics in partnership with internal stakeholders.
• Own payroll data governance and data integrity across Workday and downstream systems.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process and system optimizations that improve efficiency accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications :

• Have a Bachelors degree in Computer Science Human Resources or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bring 5 years of experience configuring and supporting Workday Payroll.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of payroll processes and regulations (tax calculations earnings/deductions and compliance) including integration points with absence/time tracking and compensation.
• Have working knowledge of federal wage and hour laws (FLSA) and multi-state compliance requirements.
• Have experience building Workday payroll reports from results data.
• Apply advanced Excel skills and reporting/analysis tools to validate payroll results and support audits.
• Communicate effectively and solve problems including translating technical concepts for non-technical users with a customer service mindset.
• Lead cross-functional projects and influence senior stakeholders.
• Support data governance system optimization and change management in an HRIS/payroll environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold data security practices.

Additional Information :

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $80000 USD - $126500 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range based on factors including but not limited to education training experience professional achievement business need and addition to base salary employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates unique needs. This includes robust health plans a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution product discounts flexible time off benefits adoption benefits and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more visit our website at .

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time