Role: Workday Payroll Functional Consultant

Visa: ANY

Location: REMOTE

Duration: Long term contract

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Workday Payroll Financial Consultant to support our payroll operations and financial reporting needs through the Workday system. This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, compliance with tax regulations, and seamless integration of payroll data with financial systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain the Workday Payroll module including system configuration, data integrity, and compliance.
• Workday certified in HCM, Payroll and/or Advanced Compensation a plus.
• Knowledge and execution of Workday project management methodologies. Business analysis and requirements gathering abilities.
• Good communication skills as would be interacting with different teams.
• Process payroll transactions accurately and on time, including regular cycles, bonuses, garnishments, and off-cycle payments.
• Serve as a liaison between HR, Finance, and IT to ensure payroll data integrity and process efficiency.
• Prepare payroll-related financial reports and analytics to support accounting, auditing, and budgeting efforts.
• Reconcile payroll data with general ledger accounts and ensure alignment with financial reporting standards.
• Support Workday Payroll system upgrades, testing, and enhancements.
• Monitor and interpret federal, state, and local tax changes and ensure compliance within Workday.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to streamline processes and implement best practices in payroll and finance functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in payroll processing or payroll financial analysis, preferably with Workday Payroll.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and accounting principles.
• Experience with Workday integrations, reporting (Workday Report Writer or Prism a plus), and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Workday Pro Certification in Payroll or Financials.
• Experience with Workday Prism, Accounting Center, or integrations (e.g., Studio, EIB).
• Prior experience in a multi-state or global payroll environment.