Workday Payroll SME/Architect

The Squires Group • New York, NY

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Squires Group is seeking a Workday Payroll Subject Matter Expert / Architect to support a large-scale Workday implementation within a highly complex public-sector environment. This engagement will support a major university system operating within a state-governed payroll structure and migrating from a heavily customized PeopleSoft platform to Workday. This is a high-visibility role supporting an established Workday practice. The selected consultant will work alongside existing leadership and provide deep payroll expertise to guide solution design, client education, and overall implementation strategy. The role is remote, with limited travel to the client site in New York. Per contract requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holders and be able to pass the client’s background check.

Requirements

• Active Workday Payroll Certification (Required)
• 8+ years of payroll experience with significant Workday implementation exposure
• Proven experience serving as a Payroll SME or Architect on at least one full-cycle Workday Payroll implementation
• Experience migrating from PeopleSoft to Workday strongly preferred
• Strong background in SLED (State, Local Government, or Higher Education) environments
• Experience supporting complex, multi-entity or state-run payroll structures
• Excellent client-facing communication skills — ability to explain Workday functionality to stakeholders accustomed to highly customized legacy systems
• Ability to operate strategically while also supporting detailed configuration discussions
• Per contract requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holders and be able to pass the client’s background check.

Nice To Haves

• Higher Education payroll experience
• Experience working within state-controlled payroll environments
• Experience with large-scale transformation programs

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Payroll SME and solution architect for a complex Workday Payroll implementation
• Provide strategic guidance on Workday Payroll configuration, design, and best practices
• Partner with implementation leadership to support payroll design decisions and solution architecture
• Translate complex, highly customized legacy (PeopleSoft) payroll processes into scalable Workday solutions
• Advise on payroll operations within a multi-organization / state-level structure
• Facilitate client discussions, workshops, and design sessions
• Identify process improvements and opportunities to streamline manual or customized payroll processes
• Support integration touchpoints and downstream payroll impacts as needed
• Provide mentorship and knowledge transfer to client stakeholders

Benefits

• Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
• Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
• Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
• We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees