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Principal Workday HRIS Specialist, Payroll & Benefits

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. Administer and optimize the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS) .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeIndiaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in administering and optimizing Workday HRIS, with a strong focus on Payroll and Benefits modules. Proven ability to lead HRIS projects, ensure data integrity, and enhance system capabilities while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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Workday HRIS AdministrationPayroll ConfigurationBenefits SetupProject ManagementAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills
Workday PayrollWorkday BenefitsTime Tracking ConfigurationHR Reporting ToolsData Integrity ManagementSystem IntegrationRegulatory ComplianceCustom ReportingDashboard CreationProcess Documentation
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsDetail-OrientedAnalytical SkillsTime Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteWorkday HRIS
Industry Keywords
Human ResourcesPayroll ProcessesCompliance StandardsEmployee EnrollmentCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Administer and optimize the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
  • Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Core HRM modules
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze business processes and recommend efficiency enhancements
  • Create and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and analytics within Workday
  • Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory and company standards
  • Partner with the payroll team to implement and manage US payroll functionalities within Workday
  • Lead HRIS-related projects, including system upgrades, integrations, and implementations
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams for smooth HRIS project execution
  • Document processes and provide training to HR staff on Workday functionalities and updates
  • Collaborate with IT and external vendors to resolve technical issues and enhance system capabilities
  • Ensure HRIS and systems comply with applicable regulations and security standards
  • Audit system configurations and data to safeguard sensitive employee information
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Workday updates and industry best practices to address compliance challenges

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in HRIS administration on Workday
  • 5 plus years of experience on Benefits and Payroll Modules
  • Proven expertise in payroll processes and systems integrated with Workday
  • Expertise in Workday Payroll configuration, payroll process changes, earnings/deductions, calculations, eligibility rules, and ongoing production support
  • Strong hands-on experience with Workday Benefits setup, plans, eligibility rules, benefit events, open enrollment, and employee enrollment support
  • Skilled in Time Tracking configuration, time entry, time calculations, validations, time-off integration, and payroll impact analysis
  • Demonstrated success in managing HRIS-related projects and leading cross-functional teams
  • Experience with integration configuration is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of Workday functionalities and modules, including Payroll and Benefits
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences
  • Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR reporting tools
  • Willing to work US Shift (5:00 PM IST – 2:00 AM IST)