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Kognitiv Inc. · 18 hours ago

Workday Payroll Implementation Consultant - Advisory

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$76K/yr - $150K/yr

2+ years exp

Kognitiv Inc. is redefining what it means to be a Workday partner, focusing on innovative solutions and a people-first mindset. The Workday Payroll Implementation Consultant will collaborate with clients to optimize their Workday investment through implementation and project support, ensuring exceptional customer service and fostering strong client relationships.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesManagement Consulting

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design, configure, test, and execute client business requirements within specialized Workday Advisory areas

Conduct collaborative sessions with clients to comprehensively gather, understand, and analyze business requirements. Assess real client needs, propose viable recommendations, and offer alternative solutions to achieve client objectives. Identify opportunities for process enhancements and implement system improvements

Guide clients through testing Workday configuration, including the creation of formal test scenarios. Transfer knowledge to clients and develop relevant documentation

Participate in working sessions with clients and/or implementation partners, advocating for clients and providing valuable third-party insights to address their needs effectively

Perform thorough audits of configuration in designated expertise areas, presenting actionable recommendations to align with business needs and best practices

Troubleshoot various aspects such as business processes, calculated fields, business logic, file loads, and configuration

Cultivate a deep understanding of Workday's deployment methodology and each stage of the implementation life cycle

Foster innovation by proposing novel approaches for the efficient and effective deployment of Workday

Thrive in a fast-paced environment, completing tasks promptly and accurately while delivering well-considered advice

Independently consult, execute, and manage competing demands across multiple clients and projects

Share insights from prior experiences, Workday best practices, and the organization's perspective with clients through regular communication

Adhere to prescribed timelines for deliverables. Seek support, direction, or escalate issues as required

Investigate problems, pinpoint root causes, and introduce corrective measures to clients. Solicit input from team members for alternative solutions to address client needs

Contribute to the organization's knowledge management repository through both formal and informal means (e.g., Q&A, documented deliverables, facilitating knowledge sharing sessions, sharing best practices, etc.)

Provide guidance and mentorship to team members in specialized areas

Collaborate effectively within team-based projects

Attain key performance indicators established for the role, such as utilization targets and customer satisfaction scores

Qualification

Workday Payroll implementationWorkday Time TrackingWorkday AbsenceMicrosoft ExcelConsulting skillsClient relationship buildingVerbal communicationWritten communicationTime managementOrganizational skills

Required

Over 2 years of experience leading and implementing Workday Payroll solutions, supporting Workday Post Production / AMS Services, or engaging as a Workday client

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to convey information clearly and effectively to clients and colleagues in remote work setups

Possess foundational consulting skills, including presenting to business partners, generating documentation and technical guides, participating in workshops, and explaining functionality to guide stakeholders

Proven track record of implementing complex business solutions within challenging timelines and priorities

Demonstrated commitment to delivering excellence and achieving client satisfaction. Strong client-centric approach with a knack for understanding client needs and building relationships

Effective time management and organizational skills to ensure timeliness and quality standards, often with minimal supervision

Demonstrated initiative and eagerness to expand skills both within and beyond the realm of Workday

Ability to actively engage in multiple parallel projects and deliverables

Proficient in remote team collaboration, client interaction, and autonomous task management

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and embrace frequent changes

Willingness to meet travel requirements (<20% annually)