Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant

guidehouse· US101 Guidehouse Inc.
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🌍 Remote📍 US - Remote (Any location)📍 US - VA, McLeanFull time💰 USD 113K–188K

About this role

Job Family:

SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 25%


Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

  • From initial assessments to entire transformations, you'll deliver Workday solutions to equip organizations with the information they need to optimize their Workday environments

As a Workday Payroll/Absence/Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant at Guidehouse, you will:

  • Manage in the Optimization program for the Workday Practice. This includes activities related to production support, planned assessments, and Phase X deployments

  • Be responsible for leading the design and development of solutions for our customers who are optimizing their Workday tenant


What You Will Need:

  • Bachelor's degree with a MINIMUM of THREE (3) years of experience using Workday Payroll or other ERPs in a Payroll capacity, preferably in post-production support; OR a Master's degree with a MINIMUM of ONE (1) year of experience using Workday Payroll or other ERPs in a Payroll capacity, preferably in post-production support. Years of experience can be substituted for a formal degree, such as no degree with SEVEN (7) years of experience using Workday Payroll or other ERPs in a Payroll capacity, preferably in post-production support

  • A MINIMUM of TWO (2) years of work experience with Workday

  • Up to 25% travel with a focus on work from home and/or Guidehouse office; consultants may provide on-site support for key milestones as needed


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Workday Public Sector experience preferred

  • Current holder of an active Workday Payroll Certification

  • Extensive knowledge using Microsoft products

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com.  Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.  Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant role at guidehouse?
The listed salary for this Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant position at guidehouse is USD 113K–188K. This is a remote Full time role.
Is the Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant job at guidehouse remote?
Yes, this Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant position at guidehouse is remote, with team members based in US - Remote (Any location), US - VA, McLean. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant role at guidehouse full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant role in the US101 Guidehouse Inc. department at guidehouse.
Which team or department does the Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant at guidehouse belong to?
This Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant position is part of the US101 Guidehouse Inc. department at guidehouse. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant position at guidehouse?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to guidehouse's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant job at guidehouse posted?
This Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant position at guidehouse was posted on Sep 14, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking Optimization Senior Consultant
guidehouse · 💰 USD 113K–188K
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