SME Workday Payroll Consultant

Job Overview

Seeking an experienced Workday Payroll Consultant skilled in configuring Workday Payroll modules and supporting payroll operations. The candidate will possess detailed practical experience managing payroll elements, including creating configurations, handling payroll data via EIBs, resolving payroll discrepancies, and ensuring payroll processes adhere to compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage Workday Payroll elements such as earnings, deductions, pay components, and payroll codes.
• Implement new payroll codes ensuring alignment with company policies and statutory laws.
• Design, execute, and maintain Enterprise Interface Builder integrations for bulk payroll data like pay inputs and cost allocations.
• Diagnose and correct issues related to payroll calculations and processing errors.
• Assist payroll teams by offering expertise on payroll procedures and resolving configuration queries.
• Manage payroll taxation, deduction schemes, retirement plans, and other payroll-related items.
• Conduct thorough payroll audits and validations prior to finalizing payroll runs.
• Investigate payroll problems to find root causes and develop corrective actions.
• Work closely with HR, Finance, and other departments to facilitate payroll implementations, updates, and system optimizations.
• Participate in system release cycles, including testing and deployment of payroll upgrades.
• Create and upkeep documentation related to payroll settings, processes, and operations.
• Ensure adherence to payroll regulatory requirements, company policies, and data governance standards.

Qualifications and Skills

• Over 8 years of cumulative experience in HRIS or Payroll with a strong focus on Workday Payroll.
• Proven hands-on skills in configuring Workday Payroll components and workflows.
• Experienced in handling Enterprise Interface Builder for mass data loading and system integrations.
• Strong grasp of payroll calculations, earnings, taxation, benefits, deductions, and payroll allocation costs.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex payroll calculation and configuration challenges.
• Well-versed in payroll auditing, reconciliation, and validation practices.
• Experience providing operational support and guidance to payroll teams.
• Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving capability, and communication skills.
• Effective collaborator with cross-functional and business groups.

Preferred Credentials

• Workday Payroll Certification is highly valued.
• Experience managing payroll in global environments is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Workday Studio, Core HCM, Compensation, or Benefits modules is an advantage.
• Experience working within Agile methodologies is a plus.