Workday HCM Payroll Consultant

Vantage Point Consulting Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and recruiting firm in Atlanta is seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead to oversee the implementation and support of Workday HCM modules. The role requires strong collaboration with HR, Payroll, and IT teams to ensure integrations are effective and data is accurate. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 3–7 years of experience in Workday HCM configurations. This is a full-time hybrid position offering significant opportunities for impact and efficiency improvements in HR processes.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of hands-on experience with Workday HCM Functional configuration and support.
• Experience with Workday Core HCM and at least one additional module.
• Ability to write and execute test cases, perform data validation, and manage defects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, configuration, testing, and deployment of Workday HCM modules.
• Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into functional Workday configurations.
• Perform system testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Workday HCM

Understanding of HR processes

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, IT, Business Administration, or related field

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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