Job Description: Project Manager – Workday U.S. Time & Payroll
Remote is fine but should be in PST or Mountain time.
Overview :
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the implementation of Workday U.S. Time & Payroll. This role will manage the full project lifecycle, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure a successful go-live for our U.S. workforce.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead the Workday Time & Payroll implementation from planning to go-live and hypercare.
· Create and manage project plans, schedules, risks, issues, and communications.
· Coordinate HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, Security, and external Workday consultants.
· Oversee system configuration, testing, cutover, and deployment activities.
· Ensure compliance with U.S. payroll regulations (federal, state, local).
· Manage integrations (tax filing, benefits, banking, time clocks, etc.).
· Drive payroll parallel testing, UAT, and end-to-end validation.
· Provide regular updates to leadership and support decision-making.
Required Qualifications
· 7–10+ years project management experience with HR/Payroll systems.
· Strong experience leading Workday Time Tracking and/or Payroll implementations.
· Deep understanding of U.S. payroll rules, taxes, and compliance.
· Experience managing large-scale payroll projects (10,000+ employees preferred).
· Strong communication, coordination, and vendor-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
· PMP or Workday Pro certification.
· Experience with ADP SmartCompliance or similar payroll integrations.