Parallel Payroll Testing Lead Position Available In Lafayette, Louisiana

Parallel Payroll Testing Lead
CGI

Position Description:

We are seeking a Senior Parallel Payroll Test Lead to join our CGI team and being part of an exciting large scale transformation project in Sacramento, CA!
This position is located at our client site in Sacramento, CA; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.
You will be expected to be onsite 3 days/week.
As a member of our CGI local team, you ll have the opportunity to drive real value for our client, support sustainable growth for our shareholders, and create lasting benefits for our communities and each other. Discover your next career with CGI and how together, as owners, we turn meaningful insights into action.
We are seeking this highly experienced Parallel Payroll Test Lead to manage, oversee, and facilitate parallel payroll testing for a large-scale Human Capital Management (HCM) ERP implementation.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience leading parallel payroll testing efforts and possess a deep understanding of compliance strategies, payroll validation, and test execution methodologies.
How we’re transforming

Government:

We use technical expertise and secure solutions to help government reinvent the ways of working to improve citizen services and increase efficiency. Our work helps civil entities provide services transparently and with fewer resources.
CGI Advantage is an industry-leading ERP platform, merging cutting-edge technology with purpose-built solutions tailored for government operations.
With over 46 years of expertise in the public sector, this secure, intuitive platform is continually evolving, supported by a vibrant client community and CGI’s global network of industry-leading professionals.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
How you’ll make an impact:
Responsible for managing and leading a team of test analysts to perform parallel payroll testing
Collaborate closely with Payroll Functional Lead to understand parallel testing requirements
Work with the Payroll Functional Lead and client SMEs to define the test strategy and plan for performing parallel testing
Develop and execute a comprehensive parallel payroll testing strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational requirements
Oversee and manage the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple parallel payroll test cycles
Ensure alignment of test plans with a Public Sector California client’s payroll policies, bargaining unit agreements, and labor regulations
Collaborate with various teams to define test scenarios and expected outcomes
Document and manage the parallel test plan and scenarios through client approval
Perform parallel tests and review/document results
Create parallel test dashboards and reports showing testing results
Work with the Functional Lead and client SMEs to conduct test result analysis and reconciliation for any differences and assist with resolving variances between new system and legacy systems
Maintain and update test data throughout the SDLC
Manage and coach junior and mid-level test analysts on your team
Identify and mitigate risks associated with payroll processing, compliance validation, and tax withholdings during testing
Provide leadership in issue tracking, root cause analysis, and documentation of findings for parallel payroll testing
Support UAT, end-to-end payroll testing, and system cutover planning to ensure a seamless transition
Develop and deliver test reports, dashboards, executive summaries, and compliance documentation as needed

Qualifications:

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
What you’ll bring:
10+ years of experience in payroll testing, with a focus on parallel payroll testing for large system implementations
Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, data validation, and system integration
Strong knowledge of payroll processing, tax regulations, compliance mandates, and bargaining unit considerations
Experience with ERP payroll systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Workday, SAP, Oracle) in a testing or implementation role
Proven ability to develop test strategies, manage execution, and analyze results for payroll compliance validation
Expertise in test data management, payroll reconciliation, and discrepancy resolution
Strong leadership, communication, and facilitation skills to coordinate across diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes project environment with tight deadlines
Ability to work in a virtual team environment, and travel to client site in Sacramento as required
Strong work ethic
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Detail and Action Oriented
Highly Organized
Autonomous and Flexible
Proactive attitude
Inquisitive and Seeks to Understand

Desired Qualifications/Non-Essential Skills:

Previous experience with a California public sector organization’s (state government) large-scale system modernization project
Experience collaborating with state agencies, HR teams, IT, and third-party vendors
Familiarity with state-level payroll processes and compliance requirements