Workday Payroll Manager – Remote (U.S.)
Compensation: Up to $180,000 base + 10% annual bonus
Additional Perks: Exceptional benefits package, wellness initiatives, paid learning programs, and performance-based incentives.
Adalta Global are working with a Workday consulting partner who are seeking a Workday Payroll Manager to join their growing team. This organization is recognized for its innovation, collaborative culture, and commitment to excellence within the Workday ecosystem. The role offers the opportunity to lead diverse client engagements, mentor talented consultants, and shape high-quality Workday Payroll solutions across multiple industries.
This is a remote, full-time position open to experienced professionals across the U.S.
The Workday Payroll Manager serves as both a strategic advisor and hands-on expert in the configuration and optimization of Workday Payroll. You’ll be the central point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring successful delivery of payroll implementations and ongoing support while maintaining strong, trust-based relationships.
You will also oversee a remote, global consulting team, promoting delivery excellence, client satisfaction, and professional growth across the practice.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead multiple client engagements, ensuring Workday Payroll solutions are designed, implemented, and supported with precision and efficiency.
- Oversee and coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and resources to meet client and internal expectations.
- Provide subject matter expertise during implementations, post-production support, and optimization initiatives.
- Act as an escalation point for client issues and drive prompt, effective resolutions while maintaining transparency with leadership teams.
- Support client retention and satisfaction through proactive engagement, process improvements, and measurable results.
- Partner with sales and leadership teams to scope new projects, estimate effort, and contribute to solution design during pre-sales cycles.
- Coach, develop, and evaluate a remote team of consultants — including setting goals, reviewing performance, fostering skill development, and building long-term engagement.
- Identify opportunities to enhance internal delivery tools, templates, and methodologies for greater efficiency and scalability.
- Consistently meet or exceed defined key performance targets (e.g., utilization, client satisfaction, and delivery timelines).
Required Skills & Experience
- Workday Payroll Certification (must be current and issued through a Workday Partner).
- Proven track record of working within Workday Payroll implementations, AMS, or post-production environments.
- Strong technical and functional understanding of Workday Payroll processes, including:
- Pay component configuration
- Tax setup and reconciliation
- Payroll accounting
- Retroactivity and bonus calculations
- EIBs, reporting, and data conversions
- Business process configuration and security setup
- Deep understanding of end-to-end HR, Finance, and Payroll integrations within Workday.
- Experience leading concurrent projects across full lifecycle stages—from design through go-live and stabilization.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically while managing details.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels.
- Proven ability to manage distributed teams and foster collaboration in a remote-first environment.
- Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.
- Willingness to travel occasionally
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary up to $180,000 base + 10% annual bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid certifications, conferences, and continued education programs
- Generous PTO and flexible work arrangements
- Performance-based incentives and recognition programs
Ideal Candidate Profile
You’re an experienced Workday Payroll professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. You enjoy balancing technical precision with client engagement and take pride in delivering world-class service. You see beyond the configuration—connecting processes, people, and outcomes to ensure clients get the full value of their Workday investment.
