Workday HCM Payroll Product Architect

About the Role

The Workday Product Architect leads the design, development, and deployment of comprehensive Workday solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Workday HCM/Payroll/Finance modules, responsible for shaping the architecture that supports HR/Payroll/Finance processes, ensuring system scalability, compliance, and alignment with business objectives. This role requires collaboration with Finance, HR, IS, and other stakeholders to implement best-in-class solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the development of scalable and secure HR/Payroll/Finance system architecture aligned with organizational goals, business needs, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, IS, and business stakeholders to gather requirements, recommend solutions, and ensure successful implementation.
• Develop integration strategies between Workday and other enterprise systems.
• Optimize business processes by leveraging Workday HR/Payroll/Finance functionalities and automation capabilities.
• Define and manage security frameworks specific to HR/Payroll/Finance 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 comprehensive documentation of HR/Payroll/Finance system architecture, integration designs, and process flows.
• Mentor and support consulting and technical teams involved in Workday HR/Payroll/Finance implementations.
• Stay current with Workday updates, industry trends, and emerging technologies to suggest continuous improvements.
• Ensure alignment across modules and touchpoints within Workday and other systems.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

• Proven expertise in system architecture, integration design, Workday security models, and compliance controls.
• Solid understanding of HR, Payroll, and Finance principles, business processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing integrations between Workday and other enterprise systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex, cross-module issues.
• Experience collaborating with senior HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders to define and deliver Workday strategy.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree (appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis).

Minimum Required Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience working with Workday platforms, including significant hands-on expertise in at least two of the following: HCM, Payroll, or Finance modules. 3+ years of experience in a Workday architectural, lead configuration, or technical design role.

Preferred Certifications

• Workday Core HCM certification
• Workday Integration, Payroll, and/or Financials Certification
• Workday Extend or Workday Reporting/Prism Certification

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Benefits

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental, along with 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.