Payroll Technical Analyst

Federal Reserve Board

. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and deliver payroll solutions aligned with business requirements and strategic priorities .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,300 - $129,690 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday payroll technology and project management, with a strong focus on analyzing payroll processes and implementing improvements. Proven ability to communicate effectively between technical and non-technical stakeholders while leading user acceptance testing and managing multiple priorities.

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Workday PayrollUser Acceptance Testing (UAT)Project ManagementAnalytical SkillsBusiness Requirements Documentation

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Hard Skills

Payroll TechnologyData AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelTest PlanningRoot Cause AnalysisProcess ImprovementIncident Data AnalysisTechnical Requirements DefinitionSystem Performance MonitoringSOX Compliance

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsProactive MindsetCollaborationTime Management

Industry Keywords

Payroll SolutionsCross-Functional CollaborationContinuous ImprovementStakeholder LiaisonFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and deliver payroll solutions aligned with business requirements and strategic priorities
Define business problems and document clear technical requirements
Serve as liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams
Lead user acceptance testing, including test scenario development, result documentation, and outcome communication
Review payroll processes and procedures and implement improvements
Stay current on Workday functionality and feature releases
Evaluate Workday weekly service releases and semi-annual payroll feature releases for impacts and opportunities
Analyze incident data, identify trends and impacts, recommend resolutions, and conduct root cause analysis
Monitor system performance and payroll outcomes to identify risks and improvement areas

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
4+ years of experience in payroll technology
Strong working knowledge of Workday payroll
Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Proven experience documenting business requirements
Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise between technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience leading UAT processes, including test planning and execution
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Proactive, continuous-improvement mindset
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis
Familiarity with internal control standards (SOX)
Sponsorship is not available
Selected candidate is subject to special background check procedures
Compliance with the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct, conflict-of-interest rules, and personal investment restrictions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Generous paid time off
Health care benefits
Child and family care leave
Professional development opportunities
401(k) with employer match
Pension
Paid volunteer leave
Onsite amenities