Senior Consultant - Workday Payroll

Compensation

Expected pay range: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 USD annually, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Configure and implement Workday Payroll solutions, ensuring compliance with tax, labor, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with clients to gather requirements, analyze needs, and design payroll processes that align with best practices.
• Support payroll-related integrations, including connections with time tracking, benefits, and accounting systems.
• Execute configuration for core payroll elements such as earnings, deductions, taxes, retroactivity, and off‑cycle processing.
• Conduct and support payroll testing, including unit, parallel, and end‑to‑end testing.
• Troubleshoot payroll issues and provide guidance on resolution.
• Collaborate with other functional areas to ensure seamless end‑to‑end payroll operations.
• Assist with documentation, training, and knowledge transfer to client teams.
• Stay informed on Workday Payroll releases and new functionality to enhance client solutions.

Requirements

• 2+ years of hands‑on Workday HCM experience, with a strong focus on Payroll.
• Demonstrated experience in configuring, testing, and deploying Workday Payroll solutions.
• Workday Payroll Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance, tax processing, garnishments, retroactivity, and off‑cycle payroll processing.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in payroll configuration and testing.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients and team members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on project teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.