Workday Payroll Integration Specialist

Location: Europe - Remote

Contract Type: 9 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Here’s a summary of the role:

The Workday Payroll Integration Specialist is responsible for managing and overseeing payroll-related projects, ensuring timely and accurate execution of payroll initiatives, and driving continuous improvements in payroll operations and accounting processes. This role requires strong project management skills, a solid understanding of payroll and accounting principles, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):

• Project Management:
• Lead payroll-related projects, such as system implementations, process improvements, policy updates, and compliance initiatives.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines, while managing project risks and resources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across HR, Finance, IT, and external vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Track project progress and provide regular updates to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve issues that may impact the successful delivery of payroll projects.
• Payroll Operations Oversight:
• Analyse and review payroll processes and systems to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Systems Implementation & Integration:
• Lead the implementation of new payroll systems or the integration of payroll functionality with existing ERP systems (e.g., Workday, SAP).
• Oversee data migration, testing, and system configuration, ensuring alignment with accounting and financial reporting requirements.
• Train teams on new systems and processes, providing guidance on best practices for payroll management and accounting.
• Ensure payroll processes and systems comply with SOX requirements and maintain up-to-date documentation of internal controls.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Act as a liaison between payroll, HR, IT, and finance departments to ensure cohesive communication and alignment on payroll-related matters.
• Work with internal teams to design payroll workflows that meet business requirements and minimise risk.
• Continuous Improvement & Strategy:
• Develop strategies for payroll process optimization, focusing on automation, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline payroll and payroll accounting procedures.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends, technologies, and best practices, recommending improvements to management.

These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in payroll, payroll accounting, or finance, with at least 2-3 years in a project management role.
• Experience leading large payroll projects, such as system implementations, process reengineering, or compliance projects.
• Familiarity with payroll and accounting software (e.g., Workday, Oracle, SAP, Netsuite) and project management tools.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and SOX controls.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and departments.