Workday Payroll Analyst

Strada

. Deliver day-to-day payroll services for assigned clients .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeKochi • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including SOC1 control compliance and quality reviews, while effectively coordinating with internal teams and clients to ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery. Proficient in analyzing payroll-related issues and developing resolutions to enhance operational efficiency.

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Payroll ProcessingSOC1 Control CompliancePayroll Quality ReviewsRoot Cause AnalysisClient Coordination

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll ReportingSOP DevelopmentIncident ResearchSystem Defect AnalysisAcceptance TestingProcess ImprovementAudit SupportQuality ReviewPayroll Requirements Knowledge

Soft Skills

Client ConsultationCommunicationProblem SolvingCollaborationFeedback Provision

Industry Keywords

Payroll ServicesGlobal Delivery TeamsOperational IssuesPeer AuditsProcess GapsDocumentation MaintenanceProject MethodologySystem Life Cycle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver day-to-day payroll services for assigned clients
Serve as the primary contact for payroll questions and operational issues
Execute assigned payroll activities and review payroll inputs, outputs, interfaces, and processing results
Validate payroll updates and coordinate end-to-end payroll processing with internal and global delivery teams
Research incidents and system defects, identify root causes and trends, and develop resolutions
Serve as a payroll subject matter expert and consult with clients
Coordinate with internal teams, client contacts, and third-party providers
Provide oversight, support, and feedback for globally sourced tasks
Perform payroll quality reviews, SOC1 control compliance, and peer audits
Support internal and external audit requirements and escalate risks
Identify process gaps, maintain SOPs and documentation, and support process improvements
Develop training materials for global payroll delivery teams
Run and review payroll reports and queries
Support acceptance testing, identify defects, and provide operational input into payroll-related changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying
Must not require visa sponsorship by Strada
Successful completion of applicable background checks
Ability to perform payroll processing accurately and within required deadlines
Ability to research payroll questions, processing issues, incidents, and system defects
Ability to analyze facts, identify root causes, recurring trends, and impacts
Knowledge of payroll requirements, SOPs, controls, and client-specific requirements
Ability to perform SOC1 control compliance and peer audits
Understanding of project methodology and the system life cycle
Ability to run and review payroll reports and queries
Ability to support acceptance testing for payroll changes, enhancements, and system updates

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health coverage
Wellbeing programs
Paid leave (vacation, sick, parental)
Retirement plans
Learning opportunities
Continuing education and training
Competitive total rewards package