Business Analyst - Time Tracking, Absence and Payroll

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Director, HR Operations__Your role and responsibilities:ABB is searching for a Business Analyst with expertise in Time Tracking, Absence and Payroll (specifically in Workday + UKG/Kronos) to join as a core member of the HR Demand Operations team, a part of US Operational Services. This role will deliver Human Resources (HR) service assistance to the HR community, business managers and employees. The Business Analyst will process complex and escalated HR requests related to Time Tracking, Absence and Payroll technologies. In this role there is a deep partnership with Information Systems (IS), business partners, vendors, business leaders and other stakeholders, working collaboratively to effectively improve and maintain the HCM, Time Tracking and Payroll system for operational efficiency. Additional responsibilities include creating detailed requirement specifications, partner with key stakeholders, and support the entire system development life-cycle, research system failures, perform root cause analyses, and report back to management and business leaders. This individual will also support employees, managers and HR business partners on self-service functionality with a focus on troubleshooting, corrective action implementation, and providing centralized administrator system support.The work model for the role is hybrid (#LI-Hybrid) out of our Cary, NC office location. This role is contributing to the HR Operations in US/PR. Main stakeholders are Information Systems (IS), business partners, vendors, business leaders, HRBPs, HR OperationsYou will be mainly accountable for:Supporting and optimizing the design, development and performance of key HR business data systems and processesEnsuring functionality of new systems to meet business and compliance requirementsMaintaining system compliance with regulatory requirements, including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), SOX and other control narratives and matricesBuilding strong working relationships with various cross-functional groups throughout Human Resources to deliver exceptional customer service experience by responding accurately and timely to customer requestsActing as subject matter expert in UKG Pro, Workday Time Tracking, Workday Absence and Workday Payroll.Our team dynamics:You will join a high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.Qualifications for the role:A Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant work experience Experience in Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence and HCM core areas, Kronos/UGKProDeep Understanding of payroll processes and data flows between HR, Benefits, Stock, Compensation and PayrollExperience working with functional HR teams in the development and implementation of technical solutions that improve efficiencies and performanceAble to present and propose current and/or new system functionality to the business users for review.  Able to work with business users to structure training relative to said functionality and with respect to their Divisional and Functional Business process  Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the USWhat's in it for you:We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forwardABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at View phone number on click.appcast.io.Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn moreHealth, Life & DisabilityChoice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan. Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core PlusVision benefitCompany paid life insurance (2X base pay)Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximumsShort Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paidLong Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurancePaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoptionEmployee discount programRetirement401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)Time offABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.Job SummaryJob number: JR00049306Date posted : 2026-10-05Profession: Human ResourcesEmployment type: Full TimeType: external