Workday HCM Payroll Product Architect

Job Description:

• Lead the development of scalable and secure HR/Payroll system architecture aligned with organizational goals, business needs, and compliance requirements
• Act as consultant and project manager for assigned initiatives
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings with Finance, HR, IS, and business leaders to elicit requirements, evaluate and recommend solutions, build alignment, manage project activities, and ensure successful implementation and outcomes
• Optimize business processes using Workday HR/Payroll functionalities and automation capabilities
• Define security frameworks for HR/Payroll modules
• Provide guidance on data governance, internal controls, and audit compliance within Workday
• Oversee complex configuration and system changes, ensuring best practices and minimal disruption
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of high-complexity system issues escalated by support or operations teams
• Maintain documentation of HR/Payroll system architecture, integration designs, and process flows
• Mentor and support consulting and technical teams involved in Workday HR/Payroll troubleshooting and enhancements
• Stay current with Workday updates, industry trends, and emerging technologies to suggest continuous improvements
• Ensure alignment across Workday modules and touchpoints with other systems

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis
• 8+ years of progressive experience working with Workday platforms
• Significant hands-on expertise in Core HCM and at least two of the following modules: Payroll, Absence, Timetracking, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Learning
• 3+ years of experience in a Workday architectural or lead configuration role
• Proven expertise in system architecture
• Solid understanding of HR and Payroll principles and business processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to troubleshoot complex, cross-module issues
• Experience collaborating with senior HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders to define and deliver Workday strategy
• Workday Core HCM certification preferred
• Workday Payroll Certification preferred

Benefits:

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including Health, Vision, and Dental
• Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.