Senior ERP Payroll Consultant

CGI•Fairfax, VA

19h•$79,600 - $198,400•Hybrid

About The Position

At CGI we offer limitless opportunities to make a difference for the clients and communities we serve. CGI Advantage is a unified ERP platform featuring a powerful combination of modern technology and built-for-government solutions. Based on more than 46 years of public sector expertise, the secure, intuitive platform is supported by an active client community that values innovation and access to CGI’s global network of experts. Lead transformational payroll implementations that power state and local government operations. CGI is seeking a Senior ERP Payroll Consultant to join our strategic operations team and play a key role in large-scale payroll modernization initiatives within the CGI Advantage ERP solution. This position is ideal for a payroll implementation specialist who thrives in complex, compliance-driven environments and brings deep experience delivering enterprise ERP payroll solutions. As part of our owner-led culture, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and public sector clients to deliver high-impact payroll systems that support mission-critical government service. CGI will consider candidates proximate to any CGI US office. CGI utilizes a hybrid model and partners should be prepared to work in a CGI or client office, as needed. Travel: Required based on client implementation needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
7–10 years of hands-on experience implementing or configuring enterprise ERP Payroll systems
Strong functional expertise in payroll processing, taxation, benefits and deduction integration, compliance requirements, and reporting
Experience leading payroll-focused ERP implementations from design through go-live
Demonstrated ability to perform fit-gap analysis and align business requirements with baseline ERP capabilities
Understanding of complex payroll environments, including multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional, or highly regulated structures
Experience working within comprehensive HRIS/ERP platforms with integrated payroll and human capital management modules
Proven experience developing and executing detailed test plans, including parallel payroll validation
Experience working in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid implementation methodologies
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage functional users, payroll administrators, IT teams, and executive leadership
Ability to manage multiple workstreams in deadline-driven project environments
Willingness to travel to client sites as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting state and local government payroll implementations
Experience with large-scale, public sector ERP deployments
Familiarity with collaboration tools such as SharePoint
Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation and configuration of the Payroll module within CGI Advantage ERP, serving as the functional lead on large and complex projects
Facilitate payroll-focused discovery sessions, requirements gathering, and fit-gap analysis with client stakeholders
Configure payroll components including earnings, deductions, tax structures, accrual integrations, retroactivity, and compliance controls
Support integration across HRM modules such as Time & Leave, Position Control, Personnel, and Benefits as required by project scope
Guide clients through payroll process design, internal controls, reconciliation strategies, and audit-readiness practices
Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies, including system, integration, and parallel payroll testing cycles
Analyze impacts of configuration changes on downstream financial and HR processes
Provide clear, executive-level status updates and manage stakeholder expectations throughout implementation
Identify risks, recommend process improvements, and drive best practices across payroll operations
Contribute to continuous improvement of implementation methodology and mentor junior team members

Benefits

Competitive compensation including profit participation program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan
Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service
10 paid holidays per year
At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more)
Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws
Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.
Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Wellness and Well-being programs