# Senior HRIS Analyst Remote from[USA](https://jobicy.com/job-region/usa.md), [Canada](https://jobicy.com/job-region/canada.md)Salary, yearly, USD 138,800 - 192,800Department [HR & Recruiting](https://jobicy.com/categories/hr.md) Employment type Full Time, Job posted10 Jun 2026Apply before10 Jul 2026Experience level Senior Views / Applies 1019 / 65 [About company](https://jobicy.com/company/mercury.md) [Share](#share) About [Mercury](https://jobicy.com/company/mercury.md) Banking for startups: mercury.com * [Financial Services](https://jobicy.com/company-category/financial-services.md) * 2017 Verified job posting This job post has been [manually reviewed](https://jobicy.com/tools/help-center/employee/how-does-jobicy-verify-the-legitimacy-of-remote-job-listings.md) for authenticity and compliance. Tailor Resume Check Job Fit Cover Letter ### Tailor my resume to this job Discover how to best rewrite and optimize your resume for this specific job. 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The role involves configuring Workday Core HCM, Payroll, and Absence modules, developing reports, ensuring compliance, and partnering with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of Workday experience, including payroll and absence support, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This position offers a competitive salary and equity package, reflecting the specialized skills required. Mercury values innovation and employee experience, making this a strategic role in shaping HR operations. ### Role DNA Job Complexity Easy Hard Pace & Pressure Relaxed Fast-paced Autonomy Level Guided Full Ownership Communication Load Independent Highly Collaborative AI Insight The role demands 5+ years of deep Workday expertise, configuration of multiple modules, and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures, making it moderately difficult. ### Salary Analysis Median Above Market USD165,800US Market USD100k – 160k 0 USD182k AI Insight The offered salary range of $138,800 to $192,800 is highly competitive, surpassing the typical US market median for senior HRIS analysts (around $120,000). This premium reflects the specialized Workday skills required and the fintech industry context, ensuring strong compensation for top talent. ### Core Skills Required [Workday](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Workday.md) [HRIS](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=HRIS.md) [Payroll](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Payroll.md) [Absence Management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Absence+Management.md) [Time Tracking](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Time+Tracking.md) [Compliance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Compliance.md) [Data Analytics](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Data+Analytics.md) [Process Improvement](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Process+Improvement.md) [Strategic Partner](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Strategic+Partner.md) [AI Integration](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=AI+Integration.md) ### Cover Letter Sample Dear Hiring Team, I am excited to apply for the Senior HRIS Analyst position at Mercury. With over 6 years of deep Workday expertise, including configuration of Core HCM, Payroll, and Absence modules, I have a proven track record of streamlining HR processes and enhancing employee experience in fast-growing organizations. At my previous role, I led the implementation of Workday Payroll and reduced processing errors by 30% through automation and compliance improvements. I am particularly drawn to Mercury's focus on innovation and AI-driven solutions within HR technology. My experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and building scalable systems aligns perfectly with your needs. I am confident in my ability to contribute to Mercury's continued expansion and operational excellence. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how I can support your team. Sincerely, [Your Name] Copy ### Sample Interview Questions Describe your experience configuring Workday Payroll. How have you handled complex earnings, deductions, or tax setups?I have configured Workday Payroll for multiple clients, including setting up earnings codes, deduction calculations, and tax reporting. For example, I implemented a custom deduction for a client with union dues and integrated it with their payroll processing. I also ensured compliance with multi-state tax rules by configuring tax location and reciprocity.How do you approach testing and validating system changes in Workday to minimize disruption?I use a structured testing approach: first, document the requirements and configuration changes. Then, create test scripts covering positive and negative scenarios. I use a sandbox environment to run tests, involving stakeholders for UAT. I also automate regression tests where possible to catch issues early.Can you give an example of a time you partnered with HR or business leaders to improve a Workday process?I worked with the HR team to redesign the onboarding process. We configured a new business process in Workday that automated task assignments and document collection, reducing manual effort by 40%. I also created dashboards to track completion rates, leading to faster time-to-productivity for new hires.How do you stay current with Workday releases and new features? How do you evaluate which updates are relevant for your organization?I regularly review Workday Community release notes, attend webinars, and participate in user groups. When evaluating updates, I map them to existing business needs and pain points. For example, when Workday introduced AI-driven insights, I assessed its potential for improving absence prediction and recommended a pilot.Describe a complex integration you've managed between Workday and a third-party system. What challenges did you face?I managed an integration between Workday and a time-tracking system. The challenge was mapping employee schedules and overtime rules accurately. I worked with the vendor to configure the API and used Workday's Studio to transform data. We went through multiple iterations of testing to ensure data consistency, and the integration reduced manual data entry by 50%. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Workday Analyst to help take our rapidly growing organization to the next level. At Mercury, we are investing in modernizing and optimizing our HR technology landscape, streamlining processes, and building a foundation that can support continued expansion. In this role, you will report to our Head of People Operations and serve as a strategic partner to HR, Payroll, and business leaders, leveraging deep Workday expertise to streamline processes, automate manual work, and enhance the employee experience across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys complex challenges, and wants to influence the future of HR Operations by identifying innovative solutions, implementing best practices, and leveraging Workday technology to create more efficient, scalable, and employee-centric experiences. *Mercury is a fintech company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group and Column N.A., Members FDIC. ## Here are some things you’ll do on the job: * Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday Core HCM, Payroll, and Absence modules to support business processes and organizational requirements. Provide support for additional Workday modules as requested. * Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and absence policies. * Develop and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and analytics related to payroll and absence data. * Support Workday security for new implementations, acquisitions, reorganizations, and system enhancements. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors on processes and integrations impacting payroll, time tracking, benefits, and absence management. * Document system configurations, procedures, testing, recommendations for optimal system setup and migration * Support audits, reconciliation activities, and year-end processes as needed. * Partner with HR, Payroll, and business stakeholders to evaluate, implement, and maximize AI-driven solutions within Workday and related HR technologies, driving innovation, process optimization, and scalable operational improvements. ## You should have: * Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) * 5+ years of Workday functional experience, including configuration and support * 3+ years supporting HCM, Payroll and Absence or Time Tracking modules * Experience working in complex organizations with multiple business units, local and international employee populations * Experience with payroll calculations, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax setup * Configuration and maintenance of leave plans, accruals, eligibility rules, and absence validations * Expertise in Workday business processes, organizations, staffing models, and worker lifecycle events * Configuration of time entry codes, work schedules, overtime rules, and time calculations The total rewards package at Mercury includes base salary, equity (stock options), and benefits. Our salary and equity ranges are highly competitive within the SaaS and fintech industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers. ## Our target new hire base salary ranges for this role are the following: * US employees in New York City, Los Angeles, Seattle, or the San Francisco Bay Area: $154,200 – $192,800 USD * US employees outside of New York City, Los Angeles, Seattle, or the San Francisco Bay Area: $138,800 – $173,500 USD * Canadian employees (any location): CAD 145,800 – 182,200 Mercury values diversity & belonging and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All individuals seeking employment at Mercury are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities or special needs. 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