Business Analyst (Workday HR/Payroll)

Business Analyst (HR/Workday Payroll) Overview Process Analyst to support a high-profile initiative focused on evaluating payroll operations, governance, and related financial reporting processes following a major ERP implementation. The ideal candidate brings a strong experience in payroll systems process improvement and ,stakeholder management This consultant will serve as the primary coordinator and facilitator of a cross-functional team responsible for assessing current-state payroll processes, identifying gaps, clarifying ownership and accountability, and driving process improvement recommendations. Required Qualifications 7+ years of experience in Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Management Consulting, or related disciplines. Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholder groups. Strong process mapping and business process documentation expertise Familiarity with payroll processes and payroll operations. Experience supporting ERP-related business process initiatives. Exposure to Workday or similar HCM/payroll platforms. Public sector or government experience strongly preferred. Experience creating executive-level deliverables, presentations, meeting artifacts, and workplans. Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and drive progress in ambiguous environments. Experience partnering with leaders and executive stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and drive execution across multiple stakeholder groups with competing priorities and limited availability. Facilitate workshops, meetings, and working sessions with leadership and subject matter experts. Document current-state business processes and develop future-state recommendations. Create process maps, workflows, governance documentation, and business process narratives. Identify process breakdowns, ownership gaps, and operational improvement opportunities. Develop project workplans, meeting materials, executive summaries, and status reporting. Establish governance frameworks and accountability structures to support ongoing operational success. Support stakeholder alignment and executive decision-making through structured analysis and documentation. Drive deliverable completion and maintain project momentum in a fast-moving environment. Top Skills Project Management and stakeholder coordination Process Mapping and Documentation Payroll Process Analysis Workshop Facilitation Business Process Improvement Governance Framework DevelopmentHR/ Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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