Workday Payroll Consultant – Absence, Time Tracking & Payroll

<p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="0" data-end="111"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We are seeking a highly skilled Workday Payroll Consultant with strong expertise in Absence, Time Tracking, and Payroll modules. The ideal candidate will support end-to-end implementation, configuration, and optimization of Workday HCM solutions, ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliant time and absence management.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="0" data-end="111"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="113" data-end="160"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="113" data-end="126">Location:</strong> Remote</span><br data-start="133" data-end="136"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="136" data-end="149">Duration:</strong> 7 months</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="113" data-end="160"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="657" data-end="688"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="657" data-end="686">Primary Responsibilities:</strong></span></p><ul data-start="689" data-end="1340"><li data-section-id="gjys15" data-start="689" data-end="785"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Lead configuration and implementation of Workday Absence, Time Tracking, and Payroll modules</span></li><li data-section-id="1s4784g" data-start="786" data-end="864"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Conduct requirements-gathering workshops with business and HR stakeholders</span></li><li data-section-id="xshg6z" data-start="865" data-end="948"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Design and configure payroll structures, absence plans, and time tracking rules</span></li><li data-section-id="13jx8ji" data-start="949" data-end="1049"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support full-cycle payroll processing including validation, reconciliation, and issue resolution</span></li><li data-section-id="7ihr8n" data-start="1050" data-end="1118"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Lead testing activities (SIT/UAT) and support defect remediation</span></li><li data-section-id="1nlosy7" data-start="1119" data-end="1181"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Deliver end-user training and provide post-go-live support</span></li><li data-section-id="1jwren8" data-start="1182" data-end="1256"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and organizational policies</span></li><li data-section-id="1euacha" data-start="1257" data-end="1340"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with technical and functional teams to ensure seamless integrations</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="1342" data-end="1359"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1342" data-end="1357">Key Skills:</strong></span></p><ul data-start="1360" data-end="1789"><li data-section-id="1cq5969" data-start="1360" data-end="1402"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Workday Payroll certification required</span></li><li data-section-id="1538lft" data-start="1403" data-end="1456"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of Workday Payroll consulting experience</span></li><li data-section-id="13qh4vp" data-start="1457" data-end="1522"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong expertise in Workday Absence and Time Tracking modules</span></li><li data-section-id="zdhyb9" data-start="1523" data-end="1591"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Deep understanding of global payroll and compliance requirements</span></li><li data-section-id="1wdhklv" data-start="1592" data-end="1646"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience with end-to-end Workday implementations</span></li><li data-section-id="puom86" data-start="1647" data-end="1718"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong workshop facilitation and client-facing communication skills</span></li><li data-section-id="1c05c50" data-start="1719" data-end="1789"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proven ability in troubleshooting, testing, and production support</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="1791" data-end="1808"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1791" data-end="1806">Experience:</strong></span></p><ul data-start="1809" data-end="1959"><li data-section-id="1sc2sgp" data-start="1809" data-end="1882"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of hands-on Workday consulting experience focused on Payroll</span></li><li data-section-id="1pxly1l" data-start="1883" data-end="1959"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience with large-scale HCM implementations and post-go-live support</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="1961" data-end="1977"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="1961" data-end="1975">Education:</strong></span></p><ul data-start="1978" data-end="2081"><li data-section-id="67h6jd" data-start="1978" data-end="2081"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="2437" data-end="2572"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="2574" data-end="2702"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="2574" data-end="2702"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="2704" data-end="2868"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="2704" data-end="2868"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-start="2704" data-end="2717">To Apply:</strong></span><br data-start="2717" data-end="2720"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="2870" data-end="3204" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""> </p><p style="margin: 0px;" data-start="2870" data-end="3204" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The expected base salary for this position ranges from $60.00 to $75.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.</span></p> <br><font color="333333"><strong>About CTG</strong></font><br><br><div class="ms-5"><p style="margin: 0px;">CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. <br><br></p><p style="margin: 0px;">Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.ctg.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.ctg.com</a>.<br><br></p><p style="margin: 0px;">CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.<br><br></p><p style="margin: 0px;">CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.</p></div><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p>

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