What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workday Senior Consultant, Payroll & Absence position at Armanino Advisory LLC?
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As a Senior Workday Consultant, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality Workday solutions to our clients. You will leverage your expertise in Workday Payroll and Workday Absence to lead and architect implementations, ensuring successful project outcomes. Your industry knowledge and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment will be key to your success in this role.
Job Responsibilities
Implementation Leadership: Lead and architect Workday implementations, focusing on Payroll and Absence modules. Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle, from planning and design to configuration, testing, and deployment.
Workstream Management: Serve as a workstream lead, guiding project teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of Workday modules.
Client Collaboration: Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and provide tailored Workday solutions. Conduct workshops, gather requirements, and translate them into effective system configurations.
Project Management: Ensure successful project delivery by managing timelines, resources, and client expectations. Develop and maintain project plans, track progress, and report on project status to stakeholders.
Best Practices and Advisory: Provide expert advice on Workday best practices and deployment methodologies. Stay current with Workday updates and industry trends to ensure clients receive the most effective solutions.
Sales Support: Support sales efforts by participating in pre-sales activities, such as demos, proposals, and technical presentations. Provide technical expertise to help secure new business opportunities.
Managed Services and Advisory Work: Deliver Managed Services and Advisory Work to clients, ensuring ongoing support and optimization of Workday solutions. Conduct system audits, identify areas for improvement, and implement enhancements.
Requirements
Active certification in Workday Payroll and Workday Absence.
Minimum of 5 implementations serving as a workstream lead or architect. Proven track record of successful project delivery.
Strong industry knowledge and understanding of HR processes, including payroll, time tracking, and absence management.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor junior consultants.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Managed Services or Advisory Work, providing ongoing support and optimization for clients.
Previous involvement in supporting sales activities, including pre-sales engagements and proposal development.
Familiarity with differing deployment methodologies, such as Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches.
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Wellness program
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