Career Area:

Human Resources

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Caterpillar is looking to add a skilled Senior Human Resources Technology Partner to our Global HR Operations team. This role performs as the Workday Payroll Functional Analyst at Caterpillar, and you will play a key role in guiding the continued maintenance and support of the Workday America’s and UK Payroll functional areas. While the Workday Payroll Functional Analyst is an integral part of the Payroll COE, they are the quality assurance subject matter expert, ensuring we meet business requirements throughout the development process.  

What you will do: 

Testing Workday America’s and UK Payroll business processes to ensure the successful deployment of application enhancements and releases 

Working with other functional analysts to design and prototype cross-functional solutions 

Investigating and resolving Workday Payroll technology issues, unexpected results or process gaps  

Sharing enhancement and release knowledge with extended payroll team 

Participating as a member of the Workday Governance Council and supporting the development and management of the Workday roadmap to ensure alignment to Payroll’s strategy and key initiatives 

Mentor others on the latest updates in the Workday Payroll modules and their applicability in the organizational scenarios 

Evaluates and reports on the performance of various features in Workday Payroll modules 

 

What you will have: 

4-year degree in a business-related field  

2+ years of experience with Workday Payroll as an analyst or implementation partner or experience implementing or supporting Workday HCM applications 

The ability to understand Payroll strategic intent and develop solutions that align with the strategic direction  

Strong analytic and diagnostic skills as well as a data-driven solutioning approach  

The ability to influence and work effectively with business partners globally  

Success working within a large matrix organization across functions and with senior leaders in the organization 

Strong planning and organizational skills 

Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects with minimal supervision and within multiple time constraints. 

A process-oriented mindset and experience with process improvement methodologies 

Payroll, Absence and Time Tracking experience 

 

Additional information: 

The primary locations for this position are Peoria, Illinois and Dallas, Texas 

This position may require 5% travel 

Sponsorship is not available 

 

About Caterpillar: 

 

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. #LI 

Summary Pay Range:

$110,520.00 - $165,840.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Posting Dates:

February 12, 2025 - February 26, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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