Principal Workday Analyst – PATT Certified

Cape Cod Technology Council, Inc.

Principal Workday Analyst optimizing Workday payroll, time, projects, and grants systems. Supporting compliance and analytics at WHOI, a nonprofit ocean research organization.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $145,748 - $190,852 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, and Projects/Grants modules, with a strong focus on data governance, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to analyze complex data sets and lead system enhancements to optimize functionality and user experience.

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Workday HRIS ConfigurationPayroll Processes ExpertiseData Governance Best PracticesAnalytical Problem-SolvingCross-Functional Project Leadership

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Hard Skills

Workday PayrollWorkday AbsenceWorkday Time TrackingWorkday ProjectsWorkday GrantsExcelPower BIPythonRData Analysis

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsMentoring SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayLegacy ERPData Reporting ToolsPredictive Modeling Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday PATT CertificationCTA CertificationCPP CertificationPMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Payroll ComplianceWage and Hour RegulationsData PrivacyGDPRCCPAFederal Grant ComplianceNonprofit Research InstitutionsHigher Education

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++ERPPMPPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead optimization and review of configuration, testing, and maintenance for Workday Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking (PATT), Projects, and/or Grants modules
Support People Operations, Payroll, Finance, and business operations
Lead and understand time tracking, absence, projects, and grants processes for employee time recording and work order management
Collaborate with People Operations, Payroll, Accounting, IS, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and data flow between Workday modules and external WHOI systems
Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, focusing on interdependencies among Time, Projects/Grants, Absence, Payroll, and external applications
Identify and recommend Workday features and enhancements to improve functionality and user experience
Oversee data governance for PATT, Projects, and Grants, ensuring accuracy, privacy, and regulatory compliance
Conduct biweekly reconciliations of time tracking hours and costs from Workday to Legacy ERP
Troubleshoot discrepancies and maintain compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and labor laws
Reconcile KPI reporting for FTE compliance quarterly
Audit payroll- and time-related data, address quality issues, and implement improvement plans
Ensure secure data flows and storage solutions comply with organizational standards and applicable laws
Develop and generate Workday reports for Finance, People Operations, and business leaders
Analyze payroll, time-tracking, and project data to identify trends, compliance gaps, and optimization opportunities
Develop and maintain labor reporting for Federal Grant compliance
Contribute to predictive modeling and forecasting for workforce planning, overtime costs, and critical metrics
Lead or co-lead complex Workday projects, system upgrades, and process improvements
Mentor and guide team members in Workday configuration and data governance best practices
Foster cross-department collaboration, data literacy, and alignment with organizational goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field; OR 6+ years of equivalent, related work experience
5+ years of experience with Workday HRIS, including configuration, with a focus on Payroll and Time Tracking
Experience with Workday Projects & Grants module, including advanced understanding of data flows between Time, Projects, Absence, Payroll, and external systems
Extensive working experience in payroll processes, wage and hour compliance, and time-tracking workflows
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and basic programming such as Python or R
Proven analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and collaborate with teams
High ethical standards in managing sensitive and confidential data
Commitment to continuous professional development in data governance, payroll compliance, and HR technology advancements
Workday PATT Certification; or equivalent professional experience in Workday PATT consulting, configuration and management
Preferred: experience in nonprofit research institutions, marine operations, or higher education
Preferred: knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, and wage/hour regulations
Preferred: CTA/CPP certification
Preferred: PMP or other project management certification
Travel to the institute for team meetings and events as needed (<10%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fixed-term benefit-eligible position
Comprehensive benefits package
Remote, hybrid, or onsite work options
Travel to the institute for team meetings and events required, as needed (<10%)