Job Details

Job Title: Workday Functional Expert - Senior Payroll Specialist

Location: Remote

Type: Full-Time

JOB DESCRIPTION
Drive improvement projects through optimization of Workday processes specifically focused on eliminating manual operations.

Serve as SME and assistance in project execution for large strategic projects impacting payroll including but not limited to new system implementations, new business acquisitions, process improvement and process rationalization efforts.

Assist in Root Cause investigation and corrective/preventative action implementation for repeat and impactful payroll errors.

Proactive audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance with SOX to identify any control weaknesses. Initiates corrective action for system edit and error messages.

Handle distribution of confidential information as needed to PWC, auditors, corporate, etc, as needed.

Assist with year-end processing to ensure that tax forms are issued timely and accurately.

Must be able to research federal and state rules and regulations for the U.S. and Canada.

Must be able to make decisions to resolve pay issues that arise with the operations, balancing the needs of the employees with the cost to Sonoco, while ensuring that Sonoco follows federal, state, and local regulations.

Serve as liaison between IT/Technology team and payroll operation team to trouble-shoot and address issues with Workday software connectivity and interface issues.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree - preferred majors include business administration, accounting, and management information systems.

3+ years experience with Workday HCM

1+ years supporting Workday Payroll

Strong technical aptitude and ability to grasp a general knowledge of multiple disciplines and technologies.

Strong analytical and interpersonal skills

Ability to effectively organize and structure activities.

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years' experience

Strong Workday business knowledge in HR processes and policies including but not limited to: Benefits, Compensation, and Reporting

Kronos experience

ADP experience

Preferred Certifications: CPP or PCP

MUST-HAVES

1Must have experience with payroll mapping, testing pay codes and payroll processes experience

2 experience with evaluating Workday business processes for payroll.

3 They should be a subject matter expert with troubleshooting and addressing issues with Workday connectivity and interface issues related to payroll