Sr Payroll Consultant: State & Local Government at Workday

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Dec, 25

Salary

197300.0

Posted On

27 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll, Human Capital Management, Consulting, Project Management, Customer Service, Data Conversion, Integration, Business Analysis, Communication, Relationship Management, Technical Experience, Regulatory Knowledge, Solutions Design, Market Analysis, Financial Acumen, Mentoring

Industry

Software Development

Description

Your work days are brighter here. At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here. At Workday, we value our candidates’ privacy and data security. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through websites that are not Workday Careers. Please be aware of sites that may ask for you to input your data in connection with a job posting that appears to be from Workday but is not. In addition, Workday will never ask candidates to pay a recruiting fee, or pay for consulting or coaching services, in order to apply for a job at Workday. About the Team It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing. At Workday, we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications. We work hard, and we're serious about what we do. But we like to have a good time, too. In fact, we run our company with that principle in mind every day: One of our core values is fun. About the Role The Sr Payroll Consultant will be tasked with ensuring the successful implementation of the Workday Payroll solution. The Sr Payroll Consultant will provide Workday product and implementation expertise to their engagements. They will work with their clients to understand their business requirements and help configure and test the Workday solution. The Sr Consultant will take direction and provide status to the Engagement Manager assigned to their project. Become a specialist in the Workday Payroll product suite Perform the following on a customer engagement: o Elicit and document customer business requirements o Configure the Workday solution to meet requirements o Document solutions for the client to reference in the future. o Support the client and data conversion teams in converting legacy data into Workday o Support the integration teams in helping to configure and test integrations between Workday and third party/custom solutions o Assist the client in testing the Workday solution o Transfer Workday system knowledge to the customer to ensure customer satisfaction in their production environment. o Communicate regularly with the project engagement manager regarding forecasting hours, time reporting, projects risks, and mitigations. o Work with Delivery Assurance to ensure compliance with agreed to checkpoints o Help mentor new Consultants o Find opportunities to position other service offerings o Participate in update training and other events that help share one’s product skills with other consultants About You Basic Qualifications: Sr Payroll Consultant (P4) Experience (6+ years) implementing Payroll and Human Capital Management solutions Previous consulting experience (6+ years) with a consulting/software company Experience (6+ years) implementing Workday, SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, ADP or similar applications Experience (6+ years) with the following functional areas: Payroll, Time & Labor, Labor Costing, Labor Allocation, Payroll Accounting, HCM business process, Benefits, Absence Management, Compensation, Performance Management Basic Qualifications: Principal Payroll Consultant (P5) Experience (8+ years) implementing Payroll and Human Capital Management solutions Previous consulting experience (8+ years) with a consulting/software company Experience (8+ years) implementing Workday Experience (8+ years) with the following functional areas: Payroll, Time & Labor, Labor Costing, Labor Allocation, Payroll Accounting, HCM business process, Benefits, Absence Management, Compensation, Performance Management Other Qualifications: Previous experience with the operations and culture of State and Local Government entities Passion for customer service Comfort with working on long term projects, lasting over 12 months. Ability and comfort with managing multiple projects simultaneously Open-minded and willingness to consider multiple thoughts that differ from their own. Ability to learn technology quickly through instruction and self-training Comfortable in a lead role and talking to all levels of management. Successes in completion of projects, activities and/or initiatives Demonstrated project management experience Functional and technical experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills Business analysis and requirements gathering abilities. Experience with multiple HCM applications a plus Strong industry knowledge is essential, including staying abreast of current trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory environments to contribute to strategic planning, risk management, and identifying new opportunities Proven solutions design skills, with the ability to analyze business challenges and develop effective solutions that leverage technology and optimize resources Expertise in strategic business consulting, including market analysis and financial acumen, to drive organizational growth and performance Exceptional relationship management skills, with a focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues to foster collaboration, loyalty, and a positive work environment Ability to travel 50% or more of the time Would be proud to represent Workday! Posting End Date: 10/31/25. Applications are accepted for this position on an ongoing basis, through the stated End Date. Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here. Primary Location: USA.GA.Atlanta Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $111,100 USD - $197,300 USD Additional Considerations: The application deadline for this role is the same as the posting end date stated as below: 10/31/2025 Our Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter. Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process! Join our talent community and receive the latest Workday news, content, and be first in line for new job opportunities. Join our Talent Community! Please visit this benefits site! Please visit the Contractor Positions at Workday page With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter. At Workday, our employees have always been our number one Core Value. We understand that everyone has unique experiences and perspectives which is why our mission is to create a safe space where all people and ideas are welcomed. Our commitment to value inclusion, belonging, and equity (VIBE™) and creating a brighter workday for all is the cornerstone of all we do. Join us! Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources. Founded in 2005, Workday delivers financial management, human capital management, and analytics applications designed for the world's largest companies, educational institutions, and government agencies. Organizations ranging from medium-sized businesses to Fortune 50 enterprises have selected Workday. Workday is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Workday are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Further, pursuant to applicable local ordinances, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us. You may view the Workday's Pay Transparency Policy, and Know Your Rights Notice, by clicking on their corresponding links. Workday is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, and others during our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability or for religious reasons, contact us at accommodations@workday.com. At Workday, we value our candidates’ privacy and data security. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through websites that are not Workday Careers. Please be aware of sites that may ask for you to input your data in connection with a job posting that appears to be from Workday but is not. In addition, Workday will never ask candidates to pay a recruiting fee, or pay for consulting or coaching services, in order to apply for a job at Workday.

Responsibilities

The Sr Payroll Consultant will ensure the successful implementation of the Workday Payroll solution by providing product and implementation expertise. They will work closely with clients to understand their business requirements and help configure and test the Workday solution.