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AIG · 13 hours ago

Workday Solutions Architect - Payroll, Compensation, Time, and Absence

Jersey City, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $172K/yr

10+ years exp

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. As a Workday Solutions Architect, you will partner with HR business partners to provide HR system solutions, focusing on Workday Payroll, Compensation, Time, and Absence modules to achieve business objectives.

BankingFinancial ServicesInsurance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Be the Workday solution and technical subject matter expert for payroll and compensation modules by providing oversight of the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex Workday enabled solutions, aligning the technical solutions to business objectives, and ensure that design fit within governance standards

Elicit business requirements including leading solution development processes through continuous and iterative solution planning, scoping, and documentation, development review, and HR partner discussions

Leading or supporting the payroll workstream during Workday implementations for connected payroll systems, configuring the system to meet specific client needs, and developing functional specifications

Providing ongoing support for Workday payroll processes, including regular and special processes, legal and regulatory reports, and year-end activities

Designing and configuring Workday Absence & Time Tracking (e.g. absence plans, time off accruals, work schedules)

Designing and configuring Workday Core Compensation including compensation plans, eligibility rules, and business processes

Research and analyze existing business processes and evaluate alternative methods to recommend the most efficient and cost-effective solution for system design

The ideal candidate will also have solution and technical subject matter expertise for the Time and Absence module providing oversight of the design, implementation, and maintenance, aligning technical solutions to business objectives

Identify opportunities for new technologies and creative solutions to serve our HR Partners including researching Workday Community and industry best practices to keep abreast of new functionality and tools

Review current configuration and investigate how to improve processes for the long term

Identify and participate in continuous learning opportunities

Work on projects that may be assigned on an ad hoc basis and may assist in other initiatives as required

Build strong relationships with business to understand their requirements and translate into functional design

Qualification

Workday PayrollWorkday CompensationWorkday Absence & Time TrackingWorkday certificationWorkday implementation methodologiesGlobal payroll experienceProblem-solving mindsetCommunication skillsCommitment to continuous learning

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology required

10 + years of Workday experience

In-depth knowledge of the Workday payroll module, including configuration, functionality, and integrations

Strong understanding of payroll processes, regulations, and best practices

Experience working with global payroll providers

Strong understanding of Workday core compensation module, including compensation plans, eligibility rules, and business processes

Experience with Workday implementation methodologies, data conversion, and system integrations

Problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering secure solution

Self-starter who is proactive, motivated, and resourceful individual who takes ownership of their work, embraces challenges, and consistently strives for excellence

Ability to think strategically and drive business outcomes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills demonstrated by cross functional team engagement, electronic communication, and program/process documentation

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development around Workday new features, automation and AI

Preferred

Master's Degree or related field such as Computer Science

Professional services or consulting experience strongly preferred

Workday certification in Workday Payroll, Absence & Tracking and Core Compensation modules is preferred

Prior experience in implementing, supporting Workday Payroll, Absence & Time Tracking and Compensation functionality

Benefits

Bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan

Comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security

Professional development

Company

AIG

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AIG is a global insurance company providing insurance products to support clients in business and in life.

Founded in 1919

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.aig.com/

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