Oracle Cloud HCM Payroll Lead

Overview: At Peloton, we don't just implement technology. We transform the way organizations work, compete, and grow. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the US, Peloton is one of the most respected and fastest-growing global Oracle consulting firms, delivering Advisory, Consulting, and Managed Services to leading organizations across many industries, including Retail, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Consumer Packaged Goods, and more. Peloton Consulting Group has the vision and connected global capabilities to help organizations envision, implement, and realize the benefits of digital transformation. Our team has the best practices, knowledge, industry expertise, and know-how. We make digital transformation a reality by leveraging AI, Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Human Capital Management (HCM), Customer Experience (CX), Analytics, and Data Management for the cloud. Through connected capabilities, we bring people, processes, and technology together. We help organizations go further faster. That is the Peloton way! What truly sets us apart is our people. We are team players. We are energetic and entrepreneurial. We are problem solvers and innovative thinkers who believe the best outcomes are built together. We believe in quality, appreciate creativity, recognize individual contributions, and place trust in every member of our team. If you bring strong business or technical expertise and want to do meaningful work alongside people who are equally passionate about getting it right, we think you'll feel right at home here. As an Oracle Cloud HCM Payroll Lead, you will play a critical role in delivering end-to-end payroll solutions as part of large-scale Oracle Cloud HCM implementations. You will partner with clients to assess current payroll processes, design future-state solutions, and lead the implementation of Oracle Cloud Payroll to support accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. This role requires deep functional payroll expertise, strong consulting skills, and the ability to translate business requirements into scalable Oracle Cloud solutions. Key Responsibilities: Process Assessment & Solution Design Assess current-state payroll processes and identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities Design future-state payroll processes aligned with Oracle Cloud leading practices and client objectives Advise clients on best practices for payroll operations, including areas such as retro-pay, costing, and year-end processing Implementation Planning & Execution Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to develop detailed implementation plans Lead payroll workstream activities across the full project lifecycle (requirements through deployment) Ensure alignment between business requirements and system configuration Requirements Gathering & Configuration Facilitate workshops and working sessions to gather and document complex payroll requirements Translate business needs into functional designs and Oracle Cloud Payroll configurations Apply knowledge of key payroll concepts such as Legislative Data Groups (LDGs), Elements, and Payroll Definitions Client Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on payroll strategy, compliance, and system optimization Communicate effectively with both business and technical stakeholders Support decision-making through analysis and recommendations Knowledge Leadership & Continuous Improvement Contribute to the development of payroll best practices, accelerators, and intellectual property Support continuous improvement initiatives within Peloton’s HCM practice Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience) 8+ years of experience implementing Oracle Cloud HCM solutions Experience leading at least two full lifecycle Oracle Cloud Payroll implementations Strong functional expertise in payroll processes, including U.S. and/or global payroll and tax reporting Active Oracle Cloud Payroll certification Deep understanding of payroll configuration concepts (e.g., LDGs, Elements, Payroll Definitions) Experience in HCM consulting, systems integration, or management consulting environments Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Understanding of payroll and HR data, reporting, and analytics Alignment with Peloton values: Amplify Ideas, Can-Do Attitude, Teamwork, Integrity, Own Your Voice, and Next-Level Service Willingness to travel as required Preferred Qualifications: Experience with additional Oracle Cloud HCM modules: Time and Labor Absence Management Core HR Workforce Compensation Benefits Experience with complex payroll scenarios: Retroactive processing Payroll costing Third-party remittance Technical and reporting experience: Fast Formula development or review BI Publisher and/or OTBI reporting Payroll reconciliation processes Integration experience with third-party providers (e.g., ADP, BSI, banking interfaces) Experience mentoring junior team members and leading functional workstreams Compensation: Peloton provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, business needs, and geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $120,000-$220,000 (Base Compensation). Peloton also offers bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401K with supporting company match Flexible Spending Program Technical and business skills training Performance-based bonus Paid holidays and PTO Peloton Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #LI-REMOTE #LI-EE1