Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Workday Payroll, Absence & Time Tracking Lead to support, configure, and optimize Workday Payroll solutions. This role will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Workday Payroll, leading system configuration, troubleshooting, enhancements, and production support while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a stable, secure, and compliant payroll environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead configuration and support of Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time TrackingConfigure payroll business processes, earnings, deductions, tax authorities, pay groups, payroll schedules, balances, and retro paySupport payroll-related absence and time tracking rules, including leave plans, accruals, overtime, shift premiums, and time calculationsManage payroll processing, validation, reconciliation, and year-end activitiesTroubleshoot payroll, absence, time tracking, and retro pay issuesSupport integrations, EIBs, testing, Workday releases, enhancements, and production supportPartner with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and other stakeholders to deliver system improvementsRequirementsActive Workday Payroll Certification (required)7+ years of Workday experience, including 4+ years supporting Payroll, Absence, and Time TrackingDiploma or degree in IT, HRIS, Business Systems, or a related fieldExperience supporting Canadian payroll in a complex, unionized environmentWorkday Payroll configuration and supportExperience supporting large, unionized payroll environmentsKnowledge of collective agreements, overtime, shift premiums, retro pay, union dues, and leave/time trackingStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills