Workday Payroll Associate Manager

Join to apply for the Workday Payroll Consultant role at Kainos2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Workday Payroll Consultant role at KainosJoin Kainos and Shape the FutureAt Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.As a Workday Payroll Consultant in Kainos, you’ll work in a team to implement and configure enterprise-scale Workday solutions for our global customer base. You will build relationships with our customers, shaping and delivering solutions that are aligned to customer needs, fit for purpose and commercially viable. You’ll provide excellent guidance to customers, understanding their business and requirements. You’ll support junior members of the team and share your knowledge with them.MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:At least 2-3 years of Workday Payroll implementation experience.At least 2 years configuring Workday Payroll implementation from E2E with the last 3 years.Certification in Workday United States Payroll.The ability to build complex payroll calculations.Experience with multiple positions.Experience with implementing multiple FEIN’s.US SPECIFIC:Strong understanding of state taxes, local taxes, and FLSA calculations.An understanding of Workday Payroll, US Payroll, Time Tracking and Absence products and the interdependencies with Benefits, Time Tracking and Absence as well as other cross functional capabilitiesExperience with Payroll regulatory requirements (Tax, Garnishments, Common Pay Master), retirement benefits (401K etc.), payroll processing, Unions/Collective Bargaining Agreements and payroll accounting.Excellent customer focus, able to assess customer needs, build relationships and manage customer expectations. You will know when to push back, when to escalate, and when to go above and beyond to satisfy a customerStrong communicator, able to communicate with customers and colleagues with impact, credibility and empathy, including in a remote working situation. Sound ability to formally present to senior Client audiencesStrong commercial awareness and full understanding of project and business dynamicsBroad business and technology understanding and a good awareness of industry trendsin either Human Resource management, Financials or Enterprise Resource Planning or PayrollAbility to work to tight deadlines and make sensible decisions under pressure taking a balanced view of Customer demands and Kainos commercialsAbility to widen and maintain a network of external contactsStrong consulting skills e.g. presenting, leading workshops, demonstrating and explaining complex functionality or solutions to customersWilling to participate in PATT team internal discussions and help where possibleWilling and able to act as a role model within the capability and mentor and/or line manage more junior consultantsWilling to assist AMS with questions related to your subject areaAble to implement improvements in tools and/or processes to help the practiceCommercial understanding of utilization within a services organization and the importance of these targetsAble to rotate through various Workday delivery servicesAble, if required, to travel to customer sites in the same region (minimal out of region travel may also be required)DESIRABLE:Workday United States Payroll Certified requiredProfessional qualifications in your area of expertise (Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)Experience in post deployment servicesEmbracing our differencesAt Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHuman ResourcesIndustriesInformation ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kainos by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Payroll Consultant” roles.Senior Analyst – Digital Transformation (HR, Payroll, Finance)We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr