People Program Manager, Payroll

WelbeHealth

. Lead strategic and operational initiatives supporting workforce growth, organizational effectiveness, team member experience, and People service delivery .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,241 - $144,198 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday Payroll and Absence Management, ensuring compliance with multi-state payroll regulations while driving process improvements and operational initiatives. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and communicate effectively with stakeholders to enhance organizational effectiveness.

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Workday Payroll ExpertiseMulti-State Payroll CompliancePayroll Process ImprovementProject ManagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll AuditsPayroll Tax ConfigurationsRegulatory ComplianceProcess DocumentationSystem OptimizationAbsence ManagementTime TrackingExcel ProficiencyProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailRelationship BuildingChange Management

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayOneSource Virtual (OSV Atmosphere)MS Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPPHRSPHRPMP

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ExperiencePeople OperationsOrganizational DevelopmentPayroll RegulationsSOX Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic and operational initiatives supporting workforce growth, organizational effectiveness, team member experience, and People service delivery
Partner with People leadership, cross-functional stakeholders, and external vendors to drive program execution and process improvement
Serve as a key Workday Payroll and Absence Management resource
Drive Workday system optimization, multi-state payroll compliance, and payroll process enhancements
Monitor program performance and metrics and advance departmental strategy
Maintain Workday Payroll and Absence configurations
Monitor federal, state, and local payroll regulations and assist with compliance activities
Conduct payroll audits and reconciliations
Maintain payroll tax configurations for a multi-state workforce
Serve as a resource for payroll compliance, SOX controls, and regulatory requirements
Configure, test, and support Workday Payroll and Absence functionality
Implement system enhancements, updates, and process improvements
Lead bi-annual Workday Payroll and Absence release testing and documentation
Troubleshoot complex system issues and coordinate resolutions with vendors and internal stakeholders
Develop and maintain payroll process documentation and training materials
Investigate and resolve complex payroll processing, tax, and system-related issues
Assist with payroll tax reconciliations and quarterly and annual filing activities
Support year-end payroll processing, adjustments, and statement preparation
Mentor, train, and develop Payroll Specialists
Serve as a backup for payroll processing and other payroll operations as needed
Partner with payroll vendors on configuration, issue resolution, and process improvements
Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Finance, and operational leaders
Communicate payroll impacts, updates, and recommendations to stakeholders
Support cross-functional payroll, absence management, and compliance projects
Manage direct reports, including hiring, training, supervising, and mentoring
Lead payroll-related projects from planning through implementation
Monitor performance metrics and recommend improvements to payroll processes and controls
Identify risks and develop solutions improving compliance, accuracy, and service delivery
Support organizational change efforts related to payroll programs, systems, and processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Organizational Development, People Operations, or a related field required; professional experience may be substituted in lieu of the degree
Healthcare experience preferred
SHRM‑CP or SHRM‑SCP, PHR, SPHR or PMP experience preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Payroll experience working within HR/People departments, including advising leaders and supporting multi-site or complex operating environments
Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience leading people programs, projects, or operational initiatives
In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance with multi-state and local payroll processing
Experience with Workday Payroll, Absence Management, Time Tracking, and OneSource Virtual (OSV Atmosphere)
Ability to manage small projects independently and identify process improvement opportunities
Ability to build relationships and work effectively with various teams, departments, and stakeholders
Ability to handle change, manage multiple tasks, prioritize requests, and meet tight deadlines
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Mid-level Excel skills
Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and team member information
Proof of vaccination or a vaccine declination form required prior to employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
17 days of personal time off (PTO)
12 holidays observed annually
6 sick days
401K savings + match
Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Additional benefits
COVID-19 vaccination policy with vaccination or vaccine declination form required prior to employment
Infection control and PPE standards