Workday Payroll Integration Specialist

100% Remote (UK Hours)

Contract Duration: 06 Months Contract

• Position is 100% remote – 6 Months Contract
• Should be able to work UK core business hours.

Technical expertise required:

• Knowledge of payroll configuration and setup in Workday for third-party payroll (including understanding of pay group, schedule, pay code, and wage type mapping).
• Knowledge of different types of Workday integrations: PECI, PICOF, CCW, Studio.
• Ability to build advanced reports for payroll-related items.
• Functional domain knowledge to build test cases as needed for payroll-related data and SIT.
• Ability to independently perform assigned technical tasks.

Position Overview:

• We are seeking highly skilled Workday Payroll Integration Specialists to support payroll configuration, integration, and reporting for third-party payroll systems.
• This role requires strong technical expertise in Workday integrations and payroll processes, combined with the ability to work independently and collaborate with global teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and maintain Workday payroll setup for third-party payroll systems, including pay group, schedule, pay code, and wage type mapping.
• Develop and manage Workday integrations such as PECI, PICOF, CCW, and Studio for payroll data exchange.
• Build and optimize advanced Workday reports for payroll-related items and compliance needs.
• Collaborate with functional teams to design and execute test cases for payroll-related data during SIT and UAT phases.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, ensuring data accuracy and timely payroll processing.
• Work independently on assigned technical tasks, delivering high-quality solutions within deadlines.

Required Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of Workday payroll configuration for third-party payroll systems.
• Hands-on experience with Workday integration tools: PECI, PICOF, CCW, and Studio.
• Proficiency in Workday reporting (Advanced, Matrix, Composite reports).
• Understanding of payroll processes and compliance requirements.
• Ability to create and execute functional test cases for payroll data validation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in global payroll environments.
• Familiarity with integration testing and system implementation projects.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently