Workday Payroll Senior Consultant

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, configuration, testing, and deployment of Workday Payroll solutions

• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT teams to gather requirements, document processes, and translate business needs into Workday configurations

• Workday payroll experience, including earnings, deductions, tax elections, and reporting structures

• Develop and execute test plans for payroll functionality, including regression, integration, and end-to-end testing

• Support payroll operations during implementation, parallel testing, and cutover activities

• Troubleshoot payroll issues, identify root causes, and provide timely resolutions

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, as well as internal company policies

• Provide post-implementation support, system maintenance, and user training

• Stay current on Workday releases, industry trends, and regulatory changes to recommend improvements

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of Workday Payroll experience with hands-on configuration and implementation

• Strong understanding of payroll processes, wage/tax calculations, garnishments, and compliance requirements

• Experience with Workday modules such as HCM, Time Tracking, and Absence Management is highly preferred

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with strong attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and client-facing skills

• Workday certification in Payroll required