Senior Associate, Workforce Management - UKG
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About the role
KPMG is seeking a Senior Associate for Workforce Management-UKG to join our Advisory Services practice. This role involves leading end-to-end workstreams for UKG Workforce Management implementations and establishing project management standards to drive successful outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end workstreams for UKG Workforce Management implementations across UKG Pro, UKG Ready, and UKG Dimensions, including timekeeping, scheduling, accruals, and workforce optimization.
- Own delivery planning and execution, including development of project plans, RAID logs, governance cadence, and traceability to requirements, ensuring audit-ready documentation and successful outcomes.
- Establish and scale project management standards for WFM delivery, including tools, reporting, and implementation best practices to improve consistency, quality, and compliance.
- Lead client-facing stakeholder engagement, including workshops, status reporting, issue escalation, and cross-functional coordination across payroll, HR, and technology teams.
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.
Requirements
- Minimum three years of recent relevant experience in UKG Consulting with prior Workforce Management experience.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, information technology, or a related field.
- Proven expertise, including certifications, in one or more of the following UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) products and modules:
- UKG Pro: Proficient in modules such as Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Recruitment, Talent Management, and Performance.
- UKG Ready: Knowledgeable in Time & Attendance, Scheduling, Hiring, and HR.
- UKG Dimensions: Experienced with advanced scheduling, workforce management, analytics, and mobile solutions.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Disability and life insurance.
- 401(k) plans.
- Robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
- Personal Time Off per fiscal year, based on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service.
- Paid holidays and two annual breaks (year-end and around July 4th).
Pay
Salary ranges are determined based on applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations. Ranges are displayed for locations where required by local/state regulations. For city-specific salary ranges outside of California, visit KPMG's Pay Transparency page.