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Join us as aHRIS Specialist, Principal and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward. Learn More aboutus\nWe are seeking a highly skilled and experiencedWorkday HRIS Specialist, Principal with a strong knowledge of Payroll and Benefits to join our dynamic Human Resources team. This role is instrumental in ensuring our Workday HRIS system operates seamlessly while supporting the implementation of several new modules to meet organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be someone with a passion for HR technology, attention to detail, and a proven track record in managing and supporting processes within Workday.\nIn this role, you will:\nAdminister and optimize the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring system functionality aligns with organizational needs. \nProvide technical expertise to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Workday modules, including Payroll, Time Tracking, Benefits and Core HRM. \nCollaborate with stakeholders to analyze business processes and recommend enhancements for improved efficiency. \nCreate and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and analytics within Workday to deliver actionable insights to HR and leadership teams. \nEnsure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory and company standards. \nPartner with the payroll team to implement and manage payroll functionalities within Workday for US. \nLead HRIS-related projects such as system upgrades, integrations, and implementations. \nCoordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of HRIS projects. \nDocument processes and provide training to HR staff on Workday functionalities and updates. \nCollaborate with IT and external vendors to resolve technical issues and enhance system capabilities. \nEnsure HRIS and systems comply fully with all applicable regulations and security standards. \nRegularly audit system configurations and data to safeguard sensitive employee information. \nMaintain up-to-date knowledge of Workday updates and industry best practices to proactively address compliance challenges \nYour background:\nBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field. \nMinimum of 10 years of experience in HRIS administration on Workday and 5 plus years of experience on Benefits and Payroll Modules.\nProven expertise in payroll processes and systems integrated with Workday. \nWorkday Payroll: Expertise in payroll configuration, payroll process changes, earnings/deductions, calculations, eligibility rules, and ongoing production support. \nWorkday Benefits: Strong hands-on experience with benefits setup, plans, eligibility rules, benefit events, open enrollment, and employee enrollment support. \nTime Tracking: Skilled in Time Tracking configuration, time entry, time calculations, validations, time-off integration, and payroll impact analysis. \nDemonstrated success in managing HRIS-related projects and leading cross-functional teams. \nExperience with integration configuration is a plus. \nStrong knowledge of Workday functionalities and modules, including Payroll, & Benefits. \nExceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. \nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences. \nDetail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. \nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR reporting tools. \n Willing to work US Shift (5:00 PM IST - 2:00 AM IST)\nIf this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat. What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a greatcompany culturewith wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with, and also to enjoy:\nCompensation\nCompetitive remuneration package \nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan Enrolment \nVacation, Family, and Health\n30 days of earned leave \nAn extra day off for your birthday \nVarious other leaves like marriage leave, casual leave, maternity leave, and paternity leave \nPremium Group Medical Insurance for employees and five dependents, personal accident insurance coverage, and life insurance coverage \nProfessional development reimbursement\nInterest subsidy on loans - either vehicle or personal loans. \nApply now!\nTogether, We Make Progress\nProgress is an inclusive workplace where opportunities to succeed are available to everyone. As a multicultural company serving a global community, we encourage a wide range of points of view and celebrate our diverse backgrounds. Our unique combination of perspectives inspires innovation, connects us to our customers and positively affects our communities. It is only by working together and learning from each other that we make Progress. 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