KPMG US
Manager, Workday Payroll – KPMG US
Join KPMG US’s Advisory practice as a Manager, Workday Payroll. KPMG Advisory is our fastest growing practice, and we expect to see sustained demand for your expertise. Our culture values adaptability, collaboration, and a team‑driven approach. With robust career development, a world‑class training facility, and market‑leading tools, we help you grow both professionally and personally.
Responsibilities
Provide oversight and lead execution of day‑to‑day activities for Workday managed services engagements across a variety of post‑production clients, including enhancements, optimizations, break/fix support, release management, new feature deployments, process improvements, and strategic road‑mapping; lead the analysis, design, configuration, and delivery of Workday solutions.
Guide cross‑functional teams in troubleshooting complex Workday issues and implementing scalable solutions, ensuring proper documentation of design decisions, configuration rationale, and solution architecture for knowledge continuity and governance.
Lead onshore and offshore Workday Payroll teams by managing capacity, forecasting resource needs, and balancing workloads, while also driving team development through skill gap analysis, mentoring, and ongoing coaching to ensure high‑quality delivery and career growth.
Serve as a strategic Workday Payroll advisor during sales pursuits and proposal development by leading client tenant assessments, identifying optimization opportunities, and shaping value‑driven solutions to enhance feature adoption and operational efficiency.
Oversee configuration, testing, and optimization of Workday Payroll modules—including earnings, deductions, retro pay, taxation, pay schedules, off‑cycle processing, and compliance updates—across the U.S., Canada, U.K., and other global regions; partner with cross‑functional teams (HCM, Time Tracking, Absence, Benefits, Finance) and third‑party vendors to ensure end‑to‑end data integrity, compliance with country‑specific payroll regulations, and seamless integration with external payroll, tax, and benefits systems, supporting localization requirements as needed.
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.
Qualifications
Minimum five years of recent experience in post‑production, managed services support, or consulting working directly with internal/external clients in Workday Payroll; minimum two years of recent experience in a leadership role.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Management Information Systems (MIS) from an accredited college/university is preferred; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Required Workday certification/skills in Payroll; candidates without the certification will be required to obtain it within three months of employment.
Preferred additional Workday certifications/skills in Workday HCM Core, Time Tracking, Absence, Benefits, Workday Payroll Interfaces, global payroll systems, and integrations; experience with localization, compliance, and statutory reporting requirements across regions such as the U.S., Canada, U.K., and EMEA.
Deep understanding of Workday business processes and how they are operationalized within Workday, with experience leading process reengineering and implementing enhancements to workflows, approvals, and reporting that drive efficiency, compliance, and business value.
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders, translate complex concepts, and lead cross‑functional collaboration across onshore and offshore teams.
Demonstrated ability to drive structured problem‑solving and guide teams through root cause analysis, resolution planning, and delivery of scalable Workday solutions.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.
KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Responsibilities
Provide oversight and lead execution of day‑to‑day activities for Workday managed services engagements across a variety of post‑production clients, including enhancements, optimizations, break/fix support, release management, new feature deployments, process improvements, and strategic road‑mapping; lead the analysis, design, configuration, and delivery of Workday solutions.
Guide cross‑functional teams in troubleshooting complex Workday issues and implementing scalable solutions, ensuring proper documentation of design decisions, configuration rationale, and solution architecture for knowledge continuity and governance.
Lead onshore and offshore Workday Payroll teams by managing capacity, forecasting resource needs, and balancing workloads, while also driving team development through skill gap analysis, mentoring, and ongoing coaching to ensure high‑quality delivery and career growth.
Serve as a strategic Workday Payroll advisor during sales pursuits and proposal development by leading client tenant assessments, identifying optimization opportunities, and shaping value‑driven solutions to enhance feature adoption and operational efficiency.
Oversee configuration, testing, and optimization of Workday Payroll modules—including earnings, deductions, retro pay, taxation, pay schedules, off‑cycle processing, and compliance updates—across the U.S., Canada, U.K., and other global regions; partner with cross‑functional teams (HCM, Time Tracking, Absence, Benefits, Finance) and third‑party vendors to ensure end‑to‑end data integrity, compliance with country‑specific payroll regulations, and seamless integration with external payroll, tax, and benefits systems, supporting localization requirements as needed.
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.
Qualifications
Minimum five years of recent experience in post‑production, managed services support, or consulting working directly with internal/external clients in Workday Payroll; minimum two years of recent experience in a leadership role.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Management Information Systems (MIS) from an accredited college/university is preferred; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Required Workday certification/skills in Payroll; candidates without the certification will be required to obtain it within three months of employment.
Preferred additional Workday certifications/skills in Workday HCM Core, Time Tracking, Absence, Benefits, Workday Payroll Interfaces, global payroll systems, and integrations; experience with localization, compliance, and statutory reporting requirements across regions such as the U.S., Canada, U.K., and EMEA.
Deep understanding of Workday business processes and how they are operationalized within Workday, with experience leading process reengineering and implementing enhancements to workflows, approvals, and reporting that drive efficiency, compliance, and business value.
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders, translate complex concepts, and lead cross‑functional collaboration across onshore and offshore teams.
Demonstrated ability to drive structured problem‑solving and guide teams through root cause analysis, resolution planning, and delivery of scalable Workday solutions.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.
KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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