Remote Workday Payroll Lead | Payroll Config & Compliance

ManpowerGroup; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking an experienced Workday Payroll Lead to join a dynamic team. This remote role supports multiple regions with a 10+ month duration and potential extension, requiring a W-2 contract with no sponsorship.

You will lead payroll configuration, oversee payroll accounting within Workday, and manage Phase 2 FIN/payroll parallel testing while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliant, efficient payroll operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Workday Financials certification required.
• Minimum of 3 implementations experience in Workday Payroll.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll configuration and oversee payroll accounting in Workday.
• Manage Phase 2 implementation, including FIN and Payroll parallel testing.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless payroll operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial and payroll regulations.
• Provide expert guidance during system upgrades and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Discretion with confidential info

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Workday Financials certification

Tools

Workday Payroll

Workday Financials

Job description

ManpowerGroup is seeking an experienced Workday Payroll Lead to join a dynamic team. This remote role supports multiple regions with a 10+ month duration and potential extension, requiring a W-2 contract with no sponsorship.

You will lead payroll configuration, oversee payroll accounting within Workday, and manage Phase 2 FIN/payroll parallel testing while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliant, efficient payroll operations.