[Remote] HRFS Consultant - Workday Payroll

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Strada is a leader in people, payroll, and technology, dedicated to simplifying international workforce management. The HRFS Consultant - Workday Payroll acts as a trusted advisor, providing expertise in Workday Payroll functionality and managing project deliverables throughout the project lifecycle, while ensuring client satisfaction and system optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support Workday Payroll implementations, enhancements, and ongoing client support engagements
• Gather business requirements and translate them into effective Workday Payroll solutions
• Provide functional expertise throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and stabilization
• Partner with clients to identify opportunities for process improvement and system optimization
• Provide consultative guidance and recommendations based on Workday leading practices and industry standards
• Troubleshoot complex payroll system issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive resolution
• Serve as a point of escalation for payroll-related client concerns and system issues
• Support clients through organizational, process, and system changes impacting payroll operations
• Configure and maintain Workday Payroll functionality based on client requirements
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot Workday reports and dashboards to support business and operational reporting needs
• Analyze payroll processes and reporting requirements to deliver scalable solutions
• Support testing activities, including unit testing, integration testing, payroll parallel testing, and user acceptance testing
• Collaborate with technical and integration teams to ensure accurate data flow and system functionality
• Build strong working relationships with clients, project team members, and internal stakeholders
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced consultants through knowledge sharing and review of deliverables
• Participate in governance meetings, client status meetings, and project reviews as needed
• Support Client Service Managers, Service Delivery Managers, and Domain Leads in strategic client discussions
• Contribute to internal initiatives focused on methodology improvements, process optimization, documentation, and best practice development
• Stay informed on payroll-related legislative, regulatory, and compliance requirements
• Support clients in evaluating and implementing required payroll updates and changes
• Promote adherence to established service delivery standards, implementation methodologies, and payroll best practices
• Provide Workday Payroll subject matter expertise during sales pursuits, client presentations, and solution discussions as needed

Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4+ years of experience in payroll, payroll technology consulting, HR technology consulting, HCM consulting, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll
• Experience supporting client-facing projects, implementations, or managed services engagements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience creating, maintaining, and troubleshooting Workday reports
• Experience supporting Workday Payroll implementations, optimization projects, or ongoing support engagements
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance considerations
• Experience with Workday HCM and related Workday modules
• Understanding of payroll operations, service delivery models, and process improvement methodologies
• Experience mentoring junior consultants or leading workstreams within larger projects
• Minimum of 2 years of client-facing consulting experience required
• Experience working with Workday Payroll in a consulting, implementation, support, or managed services environment strongly preferred

Benefits

• Health coverage
• Wellbeing programs
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, parental)
• Retirement plans
• Learning opportunities
• Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level
• Continuing education & training

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