Workday Payroll & People Programs Lead

WelbeHealth, LLC.; Sacramento (CA); Presencial; USD 109.000 - 144.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401K Match

Base Salary + Bonus

Additional Benefits

Descripción de la vacante

WelbeHealth seeks a strategic People Program Manager with deep payroll expertise to lead Workday Payroll, Absence Management, and Time Tracking initiatives. You will optimize payroll processes, ensure compliance across states, mentor payroll staff, and partner with HR, Finance, and operations to deliver scalable solutions that improve the team member experience.

The role reports to a People Director and may supervise project resources.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Organizational Development, People Operations, or a related field required.
• Professional experience may be substituted in lieu of the degree; healthcare experience preferred.
• SHRM‑CP or SHRM‑SCP, PHR, SPHR or PMP experience is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Payroll experience working within HR/People departments, including advising leaders and supporting multi‑site or complex operating environments.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience leading people programs, projects, or operational initiatives.
• In‑depth knowledge of payroll regulations, and compliance with multi‑state and local payroll processing; Experience in Workday components such as Payroll, Absence Management, Time Tracking and OneSource Virtual (OSV Atmosphere).
• Skilled at managing small projects independently, and identifying opportunities for improvement, driving the continuous enhancement of the payroll and absence processes.
• Proven ability to work effectively and build relationships with various teams, departments, and stakeholders; Demonstrated ability to handle change and manage multiple tasks effectively by prioritizing requests and meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with strong attention to detail; Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) mid‑level Excel skills.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain Workday Payroll and Absence configurations to support compliance and business requirements.
• Monitor federal, state, and local payroll regulations and assist with compliance activities.
• Conduct payroll audits and reconciliations to ensure data integrity and accurate processing.
• Maintain payroll tax configurations for a multi-state workforce.
• Serve as a resource for payroll compliance, SOX controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and team member information.
• Configure, test, and support Workday Payroll and Absence functionality.
• Identify and implement system enhancements, updates, and process improvements.
• Lead bi-annual Workday Payroll and Absence release testing and documentation.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and coordinate resolutions with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain payroll process documentation and training materials.
• Investigate and resolve complex payroll processing, tax, and system-related issues.
• Assist with payroll tax reconciliations and quarterly and annual filing activities.
• Support year-end payroll processing, adjustments, and statement preparation.
• Mentor, train, and develop Payroll Specialists to build Workday Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking (PATT), and compliance expertise.
• Serve as a backup for payroll processing and other payroll operations as needed.
• Partner with payroll vendors to support system configuration, issue resolution, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Finance, and operational leaders on payroll initiatives and inquiries.
• Communicate payroll impacts, updates, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support cross-functional projects involving payroll, absence management, and compliance requirements.
• Manage direct reports including hiring, training, supervising, and mentoring.
• Lead payroll-related projects and initiatives from planning through implementation.
• Monitor performance metrics and recommend improvements to payroll processes and controls.
• Identify risks and develop solutions that improve compliance, accuracy, and service delivery.
• Support organizational change efforts related to payroll programs, systems, and processes.

Conocimientos

Workday Payroll

Absence Management

Time Tracking

Payroll Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR or PMP preferred

Herramientas

OneSource Virtual (OSV Atmosphere)

MS Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

WelbeHealth seeks a strategic People Program Manager with deep payroll expertise to lead Workday Payroll, Absence Management, and Time Tracking initiatives. You will optimize payroll processes, ensure compliance across states, mentor payroll staff, and partner with HR, Finance, and operations to deliver scalable solutions that improve the team member experience.

The role reports to a People Director and may supervise project resources.