Workday Payroll Consultant

Overview

Deloitte is hiring a Workday Payroll Consultant for a permanent full-time role. This position is tied to the Toronto, Ontario office, with hybrid work as the stated work model. The role may also be based from one of several Canadian locations, including Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and may involve occasional travel to client sites depending on project requirements.

The work centers on supporting payroll transformation as part of broader Workday HCM programs. You will join a multidisciplinary team spanning HCM, time tracking, absence, benefits, integrations, and data conversion to help design and deliver payroll solutions that are scalable and aligned with client goals.

What you will do

• Work directly with payroll, HR, and finance stakeholders to gather business needs, understand legislation, and map current operational processes.
• Run collaborative design sessions and configure Workday Payroll so that the setup supports business goals and established best practices.
• Coordinate with related teams to make sure payroll works smoothly with time, absence, benefits, and downstream finance systems.
• Spot risks, issues, and dependencies early, then partner with the project manager to raise them and help resolve them without disrupting timelines.
• Contribute in a fast-moving environment where you may be switching between configuration, client advisory, troubleshooting, and strategic design work.

About the team

Deloitte’s Canadian Human Resources Transformation practice is a large and expanding group with more than 340 consultants across the country. The practice is part of a global network of more than 2,500 HCM consultants and is known for its HR transformation work. The team places strong emphasis on training, certifications, mentoring, and practical development across HR-related specialties.

What you bring

• At least 3 years of practical Canadian payroll experience, including payroll data handling, reconciliation, and compliance work.
• Good working knowledge of HR, payroll, and benefits data structures, along with how those processes affect upstream and downstream systems.
• A Canadian Payroll Association designation such as PCP or CPM, or active progress toward one of these certifications.
• Prior exposure to Workday Payroll or a similar cloud payroll platform is an asset.
• Strong familiarity with provincial and federal payroll legislation, including statutory reporting and compliance obligations.
• Ability to examine complex payroll scenarios and turn them into accurate system configurations and process improvements.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability, especially in a client-facing setting where issues must be assessed and resolved quickly.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent organization and the ability to manage several priorities and deliverables in a project-based environment.
• High attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Additional requirements

For roles based in Quebec, bilingual ability in French and English is required because the work involves interaction with national and global clients and project teams.

Compensation and benefits

The posted salary range for this position is CAD 58,000 to CAD 102,000. Eligible individuals may also participate in a bonus program.

The total rewards package includes more than base pay and variable compensation. It also includes a wellness-focused benefits approach, paid vacation, mental health support benefits worth $4,000 per year, a $1,300 flexible benefits spending account, firm-wide closure days known as Deloitte Days, dedicated learning days called Development and Innovation Days, and flexible work arrangements within a hybrid structure.

About Deloitte

Deloitte describes its purpose as making an impact that matters by helping people, organizations, communities, and countries thrive. The firm presents itself as a people-first organization that values development, belonging, flexible working, leadership growth, and diverse career paths.

Inclusion and accessibility

Deloitte welcomes applications from qualified candidates across Canada and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion. The organization encourages applicants from communities including people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and Black communities. Accommodation is available during recruitment if needed.

Hiring process and privacy

Applications are reviewed using Deloitte’s Global Talent Standards for consistency. Recruitment teams may use both human review and AI-supported tools to identify relevant skills and qualities while protecting privacy and using AI responsibly.

Land acknowledgement

Deloitte acknowledges the traditional, treaty, and unceded territories on which its offices stand and recognizes the enduring presence and stewardship of Indigenous Peoples across Canada. The company states a commitment to respectful collaboration, reconciliation, and environmental sustainability.

Posting details

Posting start date: 2/13/26. Job type: permanent. Work model: hybrid. Reference code: 132214. Primary location: Toronto, ON. Other available locations include Toronto, ON; Brossard, QC; Burlington, ON; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Fredericton, NB; Halifax, NS; Kitchener, ON; Laval, QC; Moncton, NB; Montreal, QC; Ottawa, ON; Quebec City, QC; Regina, SK; Saint John, NB; Saskatoon, SK; St. John’s, NL; Vancouver, BC; Victoria, BC; and Winnipeg, MB.