Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with theGallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it's KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
At KinderCare Learning Companies, you'll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we're all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.
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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Workday Payroll Analyst to join our HRIS team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in configuring, maintaining, and optimizing Workday for accurate and efficient payroll processing. This position requires expertise in Workday HCM, Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking (PATT), along with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Set up and run Workday to enforce to company policies, regulatory standards, and recommended approaches for payroll, earnings, deductions, taxes, and time templates.
- Implement and update payroll components, business processes, and related configurations within Workday.
- Collaborate with integration teams to craft, test, and implement interfaces between Workday and other systems, ensuring data accuracy and flawless integration.
- Identify and implement opportunities for process optimization and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Stay updated on payroll compliance requirements and ensure Workday configurations adhere to relevant laws and regulations.
- Build, generate, and analyze payroll reports to verify accuracy and compliance, making vital adjustments.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking configurations, changes, and processes.
- Provide training on new configurations and processes to end-users.
- Act as the guide for Workday PATT, overseeing business process design and contributing to the strategic Workday HCM/Payroll roadmap.
- Own the gradual adoption and deployment of additional Workday features and modules, including PATT.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated experience in Workday payroll roles with in-depth knowledge of Workday modules and configuration capabilities.
- Confirmed experience in crafting and handling Workday integrations with other HR systems.
- Detailed understanding of payroll regulations and tax laws across various states with large hourly workforce.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of mentoring and coaching junior resources.
- Ability to work independently and optimally within a team environment.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus.
Our benefits meet you where you are. We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
- Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
- ... and much more.
We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work, and stay for the people.
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.