Project Manager Workday

US Time & Payroll Implementation - IT PM CWR in Magnit ( March 2026 to February 2027)

Job Description: Project Manager Workday U.S. Time & Payroll

Remote is fine but should be in PST or Mountain time.

Central time is also fine if they can accommodate PST hours.

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.

• 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.

• PMP or Workday Pro certification.
• Experience with ADP SmartCompliance or similar payroll integrations.