Hr Operations Partner – Timekeeping & Payroll Analyst

ABOUT SLATE At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Slate is seeking a detail-oriented HR Operations Partner – Timekeeping & Payroll Analyst to join our growing HR Operations team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate, timely payroll delivery, with a strong focus on timekeeping review, Workday payroll administration, and cross-functional partnership. The ideal candidate has hands-on Workday payroll and timekeeping expertise, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to partner across HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and external vendors to deliver a seamless, compliant payroll experience. WHAT YOU GET TO DO Timekeeping & Backup Payroll Processing Review weekly and biweekly timesheets, identifying missing or inaccurate entries, overtime, PTO, coding, and baseline-hour discrepancies, and resolve issues prior to payroll processing. Prepare weekly and biweekly payroll files, reports, uploads, funding requests, and reconciliations accurately and on time. Workday, including new-hire and employee data maintenance, local tax jurisdictions, first-pay timing, home departments, direct deposits, compensation and profile changes, bonuses, terminations, deductions, arrears, allowances, and expense reimbursements. Track payroll follow-up items, arrears, and quarter-end/year-end tasks through completion, protecting confidential information and escalating material concerns. Run weekly, monthly, and ad hoc payroll reports to support audits, reconciliations, compliance, and business needs. Assist and manage payroll tax setup, compliance review, and issue resolution related to federal, state, and local requirements. Process and validate approved compensation changes, including promotions and market adjustments, ensuring accurate Workday records and timely payroll updates. Monitor employee repayment obligation agreements upon termination, coordinate with HR and Payroll to validate outstanding balances, and support authorized final-pay deductions or follow-up in accordance with applicable law. Coordinate and reconcile travel and expense payroll payments, partnering with Finance and Payroll to resolve payment discrepancies. Systems & Workday Support Support and manage Workday-related payroll and timekeeping initiatives, including testing, data validation, implementation support, and process documentation. Support approved company and organizational changes in Workday, including company transfers and related employee data updates, validating downstream payroll and reporting impacts. Monitor and support employee absence requests and related Workday transactions, coordinating with HR and Payroll to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate timekeeping and payroll treatment. Create Workday timekeeping job aids for managers. Create and hold Workday timekeeping training sessions for managers. Provide guidance, mentoring, and project support to team members during payroll system updates, implementations, or process changes. Cross-Functional Partnership & Employee Support Act as backup for new hire onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a positive and consistent new hire experience. Help resolve employee inquiries with a focus on positive employee experience and effective escalation. Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, HR, Finance, IT, and external payroll vendors. Projects & Continuous Improvement Manage audits, reporting, and compliance reviews as needed. Recommend and support improvements to payroll processes, documentation, and workflows, including data validation and change management. Manage and direct project management efforts related to Workday payroll implementations. WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, accounting or related field. 5+ years of experience in payroll and timekeeping. 5+ years of hands-on Workday payroll and timekeeping experience strongly preferred. Multi-state or multi-jurisdiction payroll experience and familiarity with payroll tax regulations. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, advanced formulas, reconciliations, and reporting. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and reconciliation skills. Strong organizational skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to simplify complex information. Ability to manage confidential data with discretion and professionalism. Experience improving payroll processes, documenting workflows, validating data, and supporting change management. WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE? At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles. Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE. Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at slate-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.