Senior Workday HRIS Analyst

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing millions of samples globally.

About the Role

Azenta is seeking an experienced Senior Workday HRIS Analyst reporting to the Manager, HRIS & Analytics, to serve as the primary subject matter expert for Workday Payroll, supporting global payroll operations. This role will be responsible for the design, configuration, enhancement, testing, and ongoing optimization of Workday Payroll, while providing complementary support for Time Tracking and Absence.

The ideal candidate combines deep Workday Payroll expertise with a strong understanding of payroll compliance, workforce administration, integrations, reporting, and process automation. This individual will partner closely with Payroll, HR, Finance, and IT teams to ensure accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance, data integrity, and a best-in-class employee and manager experience.

This role is onsite in Burlington, MA 4+ days/week.

Key Responsibilities

• Workday Payroll Administration & Configuration
• Time Tracking & Absence Management
• Payroll Process Improvement & Automation
• Reporting, Analytics & Audits
• Integrations, Testing & Data Management
• Employee & Manager Experience
• Compliance, Security & Data Privacy

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of HRIS experience, with at least 3 years supporting Workday Payroll.
• Deep functional expertise in Workday Payroll, including business processes, domain security, payroll configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting payroll operations in both the United States and United Kingdom.
• Experience configuring and supporting Workday Time Tracking and Absence.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance, taxation, statutory requirements, accruals, leave management, and payroll controls.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday Payroll Certification.
• Experience with Workday Integrations, EIBs, and Core Connectors.
• Experience supporting global payroll operations.
• Experience supporting pension, tax, regulatory, and workforce audits.
• Knowledge of SOX controls and payroll governance.
• Experience leading Workday implementations, payroll migrations, or major transformation initiatives.

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at Recruiting@azenta.com for assistance.

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

United States Base Compensation: $95.00 - $115.00

The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications), qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.