HR Systems Consultant; Part Time

Position: HR Systems Consultant (Part Time)

HR Systems Consultant (Part Time)

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Job Scope

The HR Systems & Payroll Transformation Consultant provides targeted, part‑time advisory support to Transformco during a defined transition period to implement a new payroll and HR operating model. This role is specifically designed to leverage prior institutional and system knowledge to accelerate decision‑making, reduce implementation risk, and ensure continuity as Transformco transitions payroll operations to ADP Managed Services, sunsets People Soft, and implements Workday HCM.

The consultant will advise on strategy, planning, and execution across payroll and HR system transformation activities, including contract and service model review, operating model design, implementation readiness, testing support, and knowledge transfer. The role will assess payroll, tax, audit, and HR service coverage to ensure contractual completeness and operational alignment, and will develop or validate standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, data flows, and controls required for a sustainable go‑forward model.

This is a non‑operational, consultative role. The consultant will not perform day‑to‑day payroll processing, system administration, or production support, will have no direct people management responsibilities, and will not retain system ownership or ongoing operational accountability following completion of the engagement.

Job Summary

The HR Systems Consultant is a short‑term, part‑time consulting role providing highly specialized advisory support for HR systems and payroll initiatives, primarily focused on the transition to ADP. The role serves as a subject‑matter expert, answering complex system and payroll questions, sharing specialized and proprietary knowledge, and providing expert guidance to support a successful, compliant ADP go‑live. The role is consultative and does not include ongoing system ownership or day‑to‑day payroll processing responsibilities.

Reports

To

Head, HR Systems, Payroll & Automation

Responsibilities / Skills / Experience Requirements

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Advise on complex payroll, HR, and system‑related questions using specialized and proprietary knowledge
• Serve as a thought partner in evaluating options, trade‑offs, and impacts of proposed solutions
• Offer guidance on implementation decisions, risk areas, and compliance considerations related to ADP
• Review and provide feedback on system configuration, data setup, and payroll processes as requested
• Advise on data validation, parallel payroll testing approaches, and reconciliation best practices
• Identify potential implementation risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Analyze reported system or payroll issues and provide expert recommendations for resolution
• Support troubleshooting efforts by advising internal teams and vendors, without assuming execution ownership
• Share specialized knowledge, lessons learned, and implementation insights to support internal capability building
• Assist with clarifying system behavior, payroll calculations, and process outcomes for stakeholders

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5‑10 years of related experience
• 18 years of age or older

Required Skills

• Prior experience supporting HR systems and/or payroll operations, preferably including ADP
• Working knowledge of payroll processes, HR data, and system integrations
• Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades, or transitions
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Problem‑solving mindset with a focus on execution and follow‑through
• Familiarity with Transformco systems, processes, or prior organizational context strongly preferred

Years Experience

5 - 10 Years Experience

Travel Requirements

None

Country

United States

Work‑In City

REMOTE

Work‑In State

IL

Work‑In Postal Code

REMOTE

Business

Transformco Corporate

Job Function

Administrative/Clerical/Office Support

Employment Category

Temporary

Compensation Range

N/A

Additional Compensation Explanation

N/A

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet.

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