Workday HCM Payroll Consultant

Vantage Point Consulting Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Point Consulting Inc. in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a Workday HCM Functional Consultant to support implementation, configuration, and optimization of Workday HCM modules.

Hybrid role, full‑time, with HR and IT collaboration to deliver end‑to‑end HR solutions. The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of hands‑on Workday HCM configuration experience, strong HR process knowledge, and the ability to translate business needs into effective configurations and testing artifacts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR/IT/Business.
• 3–7 years hands-on Workday HCM configuration.
• Experience with HR processes and multiple Workday modules.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, configuration, testing, and deployment of Workday HCM modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, Recruiting, Talent, Learning).
• Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into Workday configurations.
• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT to ensure seamless integration across modules.
• Develop functional documentation including BRDs, configuration workbooks, test scripts, and training materials.
• Perform system testing, regression testing, and UAT for enhancements and releases.
• Support Workday releases, updates, and tenant management.
• Provide post‑implementation support and identify process improvements.
• Ensure data accuracy, compliance, and system optimization.
• Advise HR and leaders on Workday best practices and configuration options.

Skills

Workday HCM

HR processes

Test case writing

Data validation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/IT/Business

Job description

Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)

Duration: Full Time

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced Workday HCM Functional Consultant to support the implementation, configuration, and optimization of Workday Human Capital Management modules.
• The ideal candidate will have deep functional expertise in Workday HCM, strong understanding of HR business processes, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders to deliver end-to-end HR solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, configuration, testing, and deployment of Workday HCM modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, Recruiting, Talent, Learning, etc.).
• Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into functional Workday configurations.
• Work closely with HR, Payroll, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration across modules and systems.
• Develop functional documentation including business requirements, configuration workbooks, test scripts, and training materials.
• Perform system testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT) for new enhancements and releases.
• Support ongoing Workday releases, updates, and tenant management.
• Provide post-implementation support, troubleshoot issues, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and system optimization.
• Advise HR and business leaders on Workday best practices and configuration options.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–7 years of hands‑on experience with Workday HCM Functional configuration and support.
• Strong understanding of HR processes including employee lifecycle, organization structure, compensation, benefits, and absence management.
• Experience in Workday Core HCM and at least one additional module (Recruiting, Compensation, Absence, Benefits, etc.).
• Ability to write and execute test cases, perform data validation, and manage defects.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Seniority Level

Mid–Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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