Payroll Consultant, Higher Education

Workday

Atlanta, GA, USA
Base: $117,000 - $197,300 usd depending on locatio...
Fully remote
4+ years workday payroll implementation experience
Hands-on payroll configuration and testing
Stakeholder partnership in consulting environment
The role involves partnering with colleges and universities to design and deploy accurate Workday Payroll solutions tailored to academic calendars and shared governance

Job Summary

  • The role involves partnering with colleges and universities to design and deploy accurate Workday Payroll solutions tailored to academic calendars and shared governance.
  • Consultants will take ownership of the payroll workstream, translating complex business requirements into practical, sustainable configurations.
  • The position offers a flexible work model requiring at least 50% time in-office or on-site with customers while providing competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

Matching Summary

The role involves partnering with colleges and universities to design and deploy accurate Workday Payroll solutions tailored to academic calendars and shared governance.

Salary

Base: $117,000 - $197,300 USD depending on location; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package described as available via link

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 4+ years Workday Payroll implementation experience
  • Hands-on payroll configuration and testing
  • Stakeholder partnership in consulting environment

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Higher Education or Nonprofit sectors
  • Ability to implement Absence and Time Tracking
  • Strong judgment and collaborative approach

Key Requirements

  • Senior level: 4+ years implementing Workday Payroll
  • Principal level: 6+ years leading complex payroll initiatives
  • Experience in consulting, software, or internal Workday environments

Work Rights

Not specified

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