Workday Payroll Lead

Impact Advisors; United States; On-site; USD 125,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Advisors, LLC is a leading healthcare management consulting firm delivering Best in KLAS advisory and implementation services. As a Workday Payroll consultant, you will lead implementations, configurations, and ongoing support, translating payroll requirements into effective Workday Payroll configurations and guiding clients through best practices.

You will mentor junior consultants, collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT, and stay current on Workday updates to maximize client outcomes,

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on Workday Payroll implementation experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or Human Resources, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, tax setups, and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to lead complex Workday Payroll projects and mentor junior consultants.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Workday Payroll solutions, including requirements gathering, configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Translate client payroll requirements into effective Workday Payroll configurations.
• Configure Workday Payroll to meet client needs, including tax setups, earnings, and deductions.
• Mentor junior consultants on payroll configuration and best practices.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to ensure smooth integration with other systems.
• Troubleshoot complex payroll issues and provide solutions.
• Stay current on Workday Payroll updates and advise clients accordingly.
• Contribute to internal tools and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills

Workday payroll expertise

Client engagement

Project leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Information Systems / Human Resources

Tools

Workday US Payroll certification

Job description

Impact Advisors, LLC is a nationally recognized healthcare management consulting firm delivering Best in KLAS advisory, implementation, and optimization services. We are driven by a commitment to exceed client expectations and are proud to be a trusted partner to many of the nation's leading healthcare organizations. Our mission to drive patient-centered, value-driven outcomes has earned us prestigious industry accolades. To learn more about us, visit www.impact-advisors.com

Job Overview

As a Workday Payroll consultant, you will be responsible for leading the implementation, configuration, and ongoing support of Workday Payroll solutions for our clients. You will work closely with clients to understand their payroll requirements, configure Workday Payroll to meet those requirements, and provide expert guidance throughout the implementation process. In addition, you will serve as a subject matter expert on Workday Payroll best practices, helping to optimize processes and maximize efficiency for our clients. You will solve complex business problems integrating the Workday Cloud application with external applications from a variety of Financial, Supply Chain and Human Capital Management functional areas. You’ll be an example of our strong company culture and have a hand at developing our innovative and quickly expanding team. Every day you’ll be making a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Workday Payroll solutions, including requirements gathering, configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their payroll requirements and translate those requirements into effective Workday Payroll configurations.
• Configure Workday Payroll to meet client requirements, including payroll calculations, tax setups, earnings, deductions, and other related processes.
• Lead and mentor junior consultants on payroll configuration and implementation best practices.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including HR, Finance, and IT, to ensure seamless integration between Workday Payroll and other systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex payroll issues, working with clients and internal teams to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Stay current on Workday Payroll updates and new features, assessing their impact on client implementations and advising accordingly.
• Contribute to the development of internal tools, methodologies, and knowledge sharing initiatives to enhance our Workday Payroll practice.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hand on experience supporting Workday Payroll implementation lifecycle processes, including system design, configuration and project reviews.
• Workday US Payroll certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Human Resources, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, including payroll calculations, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex Workday Payroll projects from start to finish.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients, project teams, and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience mentoring and coaching junior team members preferred.

At Impact Advisors, we are committed to transparency and equity in our compensation practices. The compensation for this role includes a salary range of $125,000-$205,000. For salaried positions, this role may also be eligible for an annual performance bonus. Additional benefits and perks may also be available, depending on the position and employment terms. This range reflects consideration of several factors, including skills, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs.

Our People and Culture

At Impact Advisors, we cultivate a caring, fun, honest, and autonomous work environment. Our success stems from our associates' dedication and a shared mission to create a “Positive Impact.” We embrace diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees feel valued and empowered.