Workday HCM - Payroll Lead

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Workday HCM Payroll Lead to own the design, configuration, testing, and delivery of a critical Workday Payroll workstream for a higher education and government client. This high-impact, client-facing role is ideal for a hands-on Workday professional who can lead a team, translate complex payroll requirements into effective solutions, and guide the workstream through a successful rollout.

This is a primarily remote role requiring onsite travel approximately 1 to 2 weeks per quarter to the Atlanta, GA area. Per our client contract, candidates must be US Citizens or Green Card Holders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Workday Payroll design and configuration
• Gather and document requirements and design decisions
• Demonstrate Workday Payroll features to client stakeholders
• Configure the software and support testing and rollout
• Lead Payroll Compare planning and execution
• Communicate Payroll Compare gaps and recommended next steps
• Provide knowledge transfer to the client team
• Manage and support Payroll functional team members
• Provide input into the cutover plan

Qualifications

• Workday Payroll certification
• Prior Workday Payroll implementation experience
• Hands-on Payroll configuration experience
• Functional or team lead experience
• Strong client-facing, documentation, and testing skills

4 Reasons to Join The Squires Group, Inc.:
1. Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
2. Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
3. Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
4. We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.

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The Squires Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.