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.
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.
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