Senior Workday Payroll & Time Tracking Architect (US/Canada)

About Us:

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What’s the role?

We are seeking a seasoned Workday Solutions Architect specializing in US & Canada Payroll & Time Tracking to join our North American HR Digital Solutions team. This role will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and optimizing payroll processes within the Workday ecosystem. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Workday Payroll, with knowledge of Security and Reporting as a strong plus. This individual will act as a strategic advisor, partnering with key stakeholders to deliver scalable and efficient payroll solutions that align with business needs and compliance requirements.

Sound Interesting?

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of Workday Payroll & Time Tracking solutions for the USA and Canada, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.

• Ensure proper functionality of all Payroll deductions for associated benefits components such as health benefits and 401(k)

• Analyze complex payroll processes and provide innovative solutions leveraging Workday capabilities.

• Design end-to-end workflows for payroll processing, time tracking, tax compliance, and reporting.

• Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and leading practices in Payroll and Time Tracking to design and deliver scalable, user-centered Workday solutions that enhance the employee experience and drive operational efficiency.

• Manage and prioritize the Payroll & Time Tracking tickets in our ticketing system, ensuring timely resolution of issues, effective stakeholder communication, and continuous improvement of the system performance and user satisfaction

System Configuration and Optimization:

• Configure Workday Payroll & Time Tracking to support multi-jurisdictional payroll processing, ensuring accurate calculations for taxes, deductions, and garnishments.

• Identify opportunities to enhance payroll operations and implement best practices to increase efficiency and accuracy.

• Stay current with Workday releases, identifying features to improve time tracking & payroll functionality and compliance.

• Lead end-to-end system testing for Payroll and Time Tracking enhancements from a Technology perspective, ensuring solution integrity and functionality.

Security and Reporting:

• Define and manage Workday Security roles and permissions related to Payroll to ensure data confidentiality and compliance.

• Create and maintain advanced Workday Payroll Reports and dashboards to provide actionable insights for stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and company policies.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:

• Build strong partnerships and collaboration with the regional Payroll teams to co-design effective Workday solutions, ensure accurate and timely processing, and drive alignment between system capabilities and operational needs.

• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver payroll-related projects.

• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related Workday initiatives, providing expertise and guidance to stakeholders.

• Lead workshops and discussions to identify requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Lead change management for Payroll and Time Tracking enhancements from a Technology perspective, ensuring stakeholder alignment and seamless adoption across impacted user groups.

• Leverage creative problem solving and deep Workday expertise to propose innovative and alternative solutions that address complex requirements while aligning with system capabilities and business objectives.

Project Leadership:

• Act as the technical lead on payroll-related projects from inception to completion, including scoping, planning, execution, and post-go-live support.

• Develop comprehensive documentation for payroll processes, configurations, and system enhancements.

• Ensure timely delivery of projects within budget and scope.

• Support the bi-annual Workday Release updates including discovery, analysis, recommendations, and regression testing.

Support and Troubleshooting:

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Workday Payroll, addressing complex issues and providing expert-level support in partnership with the Global Workday Team.

• Work closely with HRIS and Payroll teams to troubleshoot system issues and ensure smooth payroll processing.

Do you qualify?

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Workday HRIS Payroll systems

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in Workday US (highly desirable - Canada) Payroll, including configuration, compliance, and troubleshooting.

• Strong understanding of Workday Security , including role-based access and data privacy standards.

• Proficiency in Workday Reporting and analytics tools, with experience creating advanced payroll reports and dashboards.

• Experience with integrations between Workday and third-party systems such as tax and benefits providers.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to work effectively across teams and with external vendors.

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Certifications:

• Workday Certification in Payroll and/or Time Tracking is preferred.

• Certifications in Workday Security and/or Reporting are a plus.

Compensation

The annual pay range for this position is $115,000 – $145,000

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

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