Workday Analyst

Job description

Position Description:

CGI is seeking a detail-oriented Workday Payroll Operations & Support Analyst to support payroll processing, Workday payroll administration, reporting, compliance activities, and operational support within a large enterprise environment. This role will work closely with Payroll, HR, Accounting, Tax, Legal, Technology teams, and external vendors to ensure accurate payroll execution, regulatory compliance, and efficient day-to-day payroll operations.

We partner with 15 of the top 20 banks globally, and our top 10 banking clients have worked with us for an average of 26 years!.

This role is located at a client site in Reston, VA. A hybrid working model is acceptable. 

Your future duties and responsibilities:

CGI is seeking a detail-oriented Workday Payroll Operations & Support Analyst to support payroll processing, Workday payroll administration, reporting, compliance activities, and operational support within a large enterprise environment. This role will work closely with Payroll, HR, Accounting, Tax, Legal, Technology teams, and external vendors to ensure accurate payroll execution, regulatory compliance, and efficient day-to-day payroll operations.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting payroll and time tracking functions in Workday, including payroll cycles, reporting, issue resolution, audit support, and configuration validation. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple business functions in a highly regulated environment.

Key responsibilities include payroll processing support, payroll reporting and data analysis, Workday production support, audit and compliance coordination, and resolving payroll and time-tracking issues while maintaining operational continuity and adherence to internal controls.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

. 5+ years of experience supporting payroll operations, HRIS systems, or Workday Payroll environments
. Hands-on experience supporting Workday Payroll and/or Workday Time Tracking
. Strong understanding of payroll operations, payroll controls, and compliance processes
. Experience producing payroll reports, employee compensation extracts, and audit-related data
. Ability to support payroll processing activities including bi-weekly payroll cycles, off-cycle payrolls, and year-end activities
. Familiarity with payroll tax concepts, multi-state payroll processing, and regulatory requirements
. Experience troubleshooting payroll and time-tracking issues within an HRIS environment
. Strong Excel and payroll data analysis skills
. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
. Experience collaborating with HR, Accounting, Legal, Tax, Technology teams, and external payroll vendors
. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain payroll-related processes clearly
. Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, process consistency, and operational controls
. Experience supporting audits, compliance reviews, and issue remediation activities preferred
. Exposure to large enterprise or highly regulated environments is highly desirable

Desired Skillset:

. Equivalent professional experience in payroll operations or HRIS support may be considered in lieu of a degree
. Workday Payroll or related HRIS certifications are a plus

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field preferred

Other Information:   
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $83,800.00 - $121,200.00.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:    . Competitive compensation  . Comprehensive insurance options  . Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan  . Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time  . Paid parental leave  .Learning opportunities and tuition assistance  . Wellness and Well-being programs

Skills:

·  Analytical Thinking
·  Communication
·  Data Analysis
·  Human Resources
·  Problem Solving
·  Workday platform
·  Payroll

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.