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.
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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.
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