Senior ERP Functional SME (Payroll & Government Accounting)

Senior ERP Functional SME (Payroll & Government Accounting)

Position Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior ERP Functional Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a strong background in Payroll and CPA-level financial expertise to join our CGI team to lead and support ERP implementations and optimizations.

This full-time career opportunity is located in our Los Angeles, CA office with work performed at client site in Downey, CA. CGI has an in-office policy that includes working onsite 2-3 days a week. For this project, a hybrid working model is possible, with the expectations of 25-50% onsite presence or as directed by the Project manager. At this time, members in the Los Angeles area are onsite one full week a month.

This career opportunity will focus on aligning ERP solutions with business processes, particularly in payroll, accounting, and compliance, for large-scale enterprise or government clients.

Your deep expertise in ERP implementations, payroll operations, and CPA-level financial insight will directly support mission-critical government and enterprise transformations.

You will be at the forefront of ERP delivery—configuring payroll and accounting systems to align with regulatory and compliance requirements while ensuring seamless integration across finance, HR, and IT.

If you're driven by public service impact, ERP excellence, and financial integrity, this is your ideal next step.

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

• Serve as the primary ERP SME overseeing full project lifecycles from planning to deployment and optimization

• Lead ERP implementations with a specialized focus on payroll operations, tax compliance, and financial management for large-scale government or enterprise clients

• Analyze and document payroll and accounting processes; recommend improvements aligned with ERP capabilities

• Conduct fit-gap analyses and guide system configuration of payroll and financial modules

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Finance, IT, and external vendors to ensure end-to-end integration and successful project delivery

• Provide CPA-level financial insight into ERP reporting, reconciliations, and audit readiness

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FLSA, IRS, and state/local payroll regulations

• Support UAT (User Acceptance Testing), training, documentation, and post-go-live stabilization activities

• Lead client workshops, issue resolution, and end-user adoption efforts

• Act as a trusted advisor to project sponsors and executive stakeholders

• Stay current on ERP innovations, government accounting trends, and regulatory changes

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

What you'll bring

• 8+ years of experience in ERP implementations focused on Payroll and Financials

• In-depth understanding of payroll systems, tax regulations, benefits integration, and public sector accounting

• CPA certification preferred

• Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board) standards, and compliance-heavy environments

• Demonstrated experience with ERP platforms such as Oracle Cloud HCM/ERP, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, or PeopleSoft

• Skilled in managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder communications

• Strong communication, analysis, and leadership capabilities

• Experience with large enterprise or government-sector clients is preferred

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Desired qualifications/non-essential skills:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred (even if an expired CPA or about to obtain a CPA)

Project management or Agile certification (e.g., PMP, Scrum)

Experience with change management and training delivery

Familiarity with California-specific payroll laws and public sector accounting standards

Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $118,658.00 - $190,900.00.

CGI’s benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
•Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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