Description Our client is looking for a skilled Workday Payroll Analyst to join their team in Sugar Land, Texas. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while adhering to multi-state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Responsibilities: - Process bi-weekly payroll cycles with precision and compliance across multiple states. - Review and validate timekeeping records, including overtime calculations and shift differentials. - Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and excellent customer service. - Audit and reconcile payroll data to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies. - Safeguard confidential payroll information and handle sensitive data with discretion. - Partner with HR, Accounting, and IT teams to streamline payroll operations and implement improvements. - Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations. - Generate detailed payroll reports and provide insights for management review. - Support organizational initiatives by maintaining accurate payroll documentation and records. Requirements - Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in a related field. - A minimum of 5 years of payroll processing experience, including multi-state payroll. - At least 2 years of experience working with Workday payroll systems. - Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis. - Comprehensive knowledge of payroll regulations, timekeeping, and overtime calculations. - Proven ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high accuracy standards. - Strong communication and organizational skills, with a focus on customer service. - High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .