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Sr Payroll Consultant: State & Local Government

Anywhere
contractor
Posted 10/9/2025
Verified Source
Key Skills:
Workday Payroll
Payroll Implementation
Human Capital Management
Payroll Accounting
Time & Labor
Labor Costing
Benefits Administration
Absence Management
Compensation
Performance Management
Consulting
Project Management

Compensation

Salary Range

$111K - 197K a year

Responsibilities

Implement and configure Workday Payroll solutions, gather business requirements, support data conversion and integration testing, mentor consultants, and communicate project status.

Requirements

6+ to 8+ years consulting experience implementing payroll and HCM solutions with Workday or similar platforms, strong functional and technical expertise in payroll-related areas, and ability to travel 50%.

Full Description

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too. 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 Primary Location Base Pay Range: $116,900 USD - $175,400 USD 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! 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. 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.

This job posting was last updated on 10/15/2025

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