Senior Associate - Workforce Technology, Payroll Implementation

Responsibilities Lead assigned implementation workstreams across discovery, design, configuration, testing, and cutover phases Facilitate client working sessions to gather requirements, validate configuration decisions, and resolve open items Document current-state payroll processes and translate them into configuration requirements Support data migration activities including data mapping, validation, and parallel processing Conduct and facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT), track defects, and drive resolution with client teams Advise clients on payroll compliance requirements, pay rules, and leading practices as they relate to system design Prepare and deliver client‑facing status updates, issue logs, and workstream documentation Mentor junior team members on implementation methodology and client engagement standards Qualifications Bachelor's Degree 3 years of experience Hands‑on implementation experience with enterprise payroll platforms (Workday, Oracle, SAP SuccessFactors, UKG Pro, Ceridian Dayforce, ADP, Paycom, or similar) End‑to‑end payroll implementation experience, including requirements, configuration, testing, and go‑live CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification Experience managing payroll for multi‑jurisdictional or international employee populations Ability to run client‑facing meetings and manage stakeholder expectations without senior oversight Familiarity with HRIS data migration and parallel run processes Experience identifying and documenting payroll process gaps and recommending system‑enabled solutions #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor