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The Washington Post · 1 week ago

Payroll Manager, Workday

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$106K/yr - $176K/yr

10+ years exp

The Washington Post is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Payroll Manager to lead and modernize U.S. payroll operations. This role focuses on reimagining payroll functions within Workday, leveraging automation and AI-driven insights to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Newspapers

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee all payroll processes to ensure timely and accurate payments for all U.S. employees within Workday

Lead quarterly and annual payroll tax activities, including reconciliation, amendments, and W-2 processing, using Workday and ADP

Manage garnishment processing, union and pension payments, and ensure compliance with all associated requirements

Administer Workday Timekeeping transactions and updates, ensuring accuracy and seamless integration with payroll

Own Workday Payroll configurations, integrations, and testing; continuously identify automation opportunities that reduce manual work

Implement process improvements that shorten payroll cycles, improve audit readiness, and minimize reconciliation effort

Utilize Workday’s AI and machine learning tools (such as anomaly detection and smart audits) to proactively prevent errors and increase accuracy

Collaborate with HRIS, Benefits, and Finance to create standardized, scalable processes that ensure accuracy and compliance

Develop reports and dashboards that provide insight into payroll metrics, trends, and compliance status

Partner with Finance to ensure accurate journal entries, general ledger postings, and reconciliations

Support year-end processing, including W-2 reconciliation, audits, and reporting

Serve as the Workday Payroll subject matter expert for system releases, internal audits, and stakeholder inquiries

Mentor and guide payroll team members to foster professional growth and operational excellence

Contribute to a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement across the payroll function

Qualification

Workday PayrollPayroll compliancePayroll automationData analysisReporting softwareCustomer serviceProcess improvementCommunication skillsTeam managementCollaborationFlexibilityLeadershipProblem-solving

Required

10+ years of progressive payroll experience, including 5+ years leading payroll operations

5+ years of Workday Payroll experience, including configuration, reporting, integrations, and timekeeping

Demonstrated success modernizing payroll through automation, AI tools, and process redesign

Strong understanding of payroll compliance across federal, state, and local regulations

Proven ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into process improvements

Excellent communication and customer service skills; trusted collaborator across HR, Benefits, and Finance

Advanced proficiency with reporting and spreadsheet software

Ability to balance multiple priorities, manage deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure

Experience conducting performance reviews and setting team goals

Flexibility to support occasional holiday or weekend work as needed for payroll deadlines

Preferred

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or Workday Payroll Certification

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

Nine paid holidays and two personal days

20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

Robust mental health resources

Backup care and caregiver concierge services

Gender affirming services

Pet insurance

Free Post digital subscription

Leadership and career development programs

Company

The Washington Post

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The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions.

Founded in 1877

Washington, DC, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.washingtonpost.com/

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