The Workday Payroll Consultant will lead the deployment of Workday Payroll, providing expertise on payroll processes, compliance, and client requirements for U.S. and Canadian operations. They will engage with stakeholders, ensure delivery of solutions, and support compliance with regulations.
Job Title:
Workday Payroll Consultant (US/Canada)
Job Summary:
Next Generation, Inc, is seeking a highly skilled Workday Payroll Consultant to join our dynamic team and lead the deployment of Workday Payroll for a client in the U.S. and Canada. As a Workday Payroll Consultant, you will work remotely to support the client-side implementation, providing expert guidance on payroll processes, compliance, and system requirements. You will collaborate closely with client stakeholders to gather business requirements and ensure the successful delivery of Workday Payroll solutions. This role is primarily remote, with occasional travel as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with client stakeholders to gather and document payroll requirements for U.S. and Canadian operations.
- Provide subject matter expertise on Workday Payroll functionality, compliance, and best practices.
- Support the client in defining system specifications and business processes (no configuration required).
- Act as a liaison between business users and technical teams to ensure clarity and alignment.
- Assist in testing and validation of payroll processes and outputs.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and provincial payroll regulations.
- Participate in workshops, meetings, and training sessions as needed.
- Provide guidance on payroll operations, reporting, and audit readiness.
- Support change management and user adoption efforts related to payroll processes.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in payroll operations and systems, with a focus on Workday Payroll.
- Workday Certification
- Strong understanding of U.S. and Canadian payroll regulations and practices.
- Proven experience in business analysis, requirements gathering, and documentation.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Flexibility to align with U.S. Central Time Zone
- Availability for occasional travel around the US and/or Canada as needed
- Experience working in a consulting or client-facing role preferred.
Job Benefits:
- Competitive FTE salary range based on experience, education, and geographical location of $100,000- $130,000 base.
- Benefits for Full-time employees include:
- Paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Life insurance
- STD/LTD
- Paid holidays
Top Skills
Workday Payroll
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