Senior Consultant - Payroll, FSI and PS Industries
About the role
The Payroll Senior Consultant will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of Workday’s Payroll solution for our Financial Services, Insurance (FSI) and Professional Services (PS) customers and help establish and champion best practices for all deployments.
About The Team
Workday’s Financial Services and Insurance (FSI) and Professional Services (PS) Industry team’s main purpose is to deliver Workday’s consulting services and build an outstanding customer experience by delivering engaging and innovative consulting services. In addition to bringing leading practices to our customers, partners, and employees make the most of the Workday system.
Responsibilities
- Become an expert in the Workday Payroll product suite
- Provide FSI and PS industry perspective for customer business requirements
- Ensure FSI and PS best practices are maintained to reflect new industry requirements and trends
- Perform the following on an engagement:
- Understand client business requirements
- Configure the Workday solution
- Demonstrate the configurations through the development of prototype systems
- Absorb the client in testing the Workday solution
- Serve as a mentor for new Payroll Consultants
- Ensure the client takes advantage of Workday FSI and PS best practices
- Ensure the client is referenceable once the client is in production
- Participate in update training and other events that help share one’s product skills with other consultants
Requirements
- 5+ years of functional implementation experience in Payroll software solutions or systems
- 3+ years Consulting experience
- Workday Deployment Experience
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Qualifications
- Basic Qualifications
- Other Qualifications
Skills
Experience implementing Workday, SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Ultimate Software, ADP, Ceridian or similar applications
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Strong background in Workday consulting is a plus
Ability to build strong customer relationships
Ability to learn technology quickly through instruction and self-training
Passion for customer service
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at a time
Strong presentation skills, with proficiency in communicating across internal teams and customers through executive leadership
Experience with multiple HCM, payroll and/or financial applications a plus
Resourceful and adaptable; you'll be comfortable working in a new role, using a variety of tools with a high degree of autonomy
Strong industry knowledge is essential, including staying abreast of current trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory environments to contribute to strategic planning, risk management, and identifying new opportunities
Strong influencing skills, including persuasive communication and the ability to drive consensus and effectively collaborate with stakeholders
Exceptional relationship management skills are crucial, with a focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues to foster collaboration, loyalty, and a positive work environment
Proven mentorship skills, with the ability to foster individual growth and development through effective communication, constructive feedback, and goal setting
Proven ability to effectively gather and analyze requirements through various techniques, ensuring project clarity and alignment with stakeholder needs
Expertise in strategic business consulting, including market analysis, financial acumen, and strategic planning, to drive organizational growth and performance
Excellent task management skills, with a proven ability to prioritize, organize, and execute tasks effectively to enhance workflow and productivity
Exceptional teamwork skills, including collaboration, communication, and contributing to a positive and productive work environment
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, organize, and effectively manage workload to meet deadlines and enhance productivity
Proven ability to effectively gather and analyze requirements through various techniques, ensuring project clarity and alignment with stakeholder needs
Strong solutions design skills, with the ability to analyze business challenges and develop effective solutions that leverage technology and optimize resources
Benefits
Our approach to flexible work combines the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role).
Pay
The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for this role is the same as the posting end date stated as below: 07/31/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.