Contract Payroll Manager (Workday)

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage end-to-end multi-state payroll processing in Workday for all employee types, including biweekly or semi-monthly cycles, off-cycle payments, and final pay
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Workday payroll modules, including earnings/deduction codes, tax setups, retro pay, and integrations with time tracking and benefits systems
• Ensure accurate calculation and timely remittance of federal, state, and local payroll taxes, and manage tax filings across all applicable jurisdictions
• Lead payroll compliance efforts, including wage and hour law, FLSA classification, garnishments, and multi-state registration requirements
• Partner with People, Finance, Total Rewards, and Legal teams on payroll-related matters, including new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, equity/bonus payouts, and benefits deductions

Key Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including at least 3 years in a payroll management or lead role
• Deep, hands-on experience running payroll in Workday, including configuration, troubleshooting, and reporting
• Proven track record owning multi-state payroll for a company of 500+ employees
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax law, wage and hour regulations, and FLSA requirements
• Experience partnering cross-functionally with People, Finance, and Legal teams on payroll matters