Workday Payroll Consultant (UK/Ireland) — Flexible & Remote

Accenture PLC; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 83,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative large scale Workday projets

Global network of talented colleagues

Challenging work for some of the world

Extensive education programs and devop

Volunteering and career opportunities

Diverse and socially active workforce

Flexible working hours and work from"_

Friendly and social work environment

Ability to craft your career

Job summary

Accenture is hiring a Workday UK/Ireland Payroll Consultant to advise on UK Payroll standards and lead Workday configurations for clients. You will collaborate with HR and finance teams, implement payroll policies, and stay current with Workday updates across international projects. English fluency and a bachelor’s degree are required.

Join a global network and access extensive education programs, with flexible hours and potential to work from home as part of a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Payroll Workday Consultant or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of Workday payroll software, including configuration, workflows, and business rules.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in Workday configuration tools, such as pay policies, pay codes, and earnings/deductions setup.
• Experience in implementing and supporting Workday payroll solutions, including end-to-end project lifecycle.
• Ability to analyse complex payroll requirements and design appropriate solutions.
• Knowledge of other Workday modules, such as HR and benefits, is a plus.
• Familiarity with integration between Workday payroll and external systems, such as time and attendance, is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to meet client travel requirements as needed and efficiently manage a team(s) and client interactions
• Thrive in a diverse, dynamic environment, meet deadlines despite conflicting demands, analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, Fluency in English

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on industry standards and leading practices in the UK Payroll domain, contributing to a functional solution that meets client needs and objectives
• Applying Workday and Accenture methodologies in everything you do
• Independently leading your workstream and reporting workstream(s) progress
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and understand payroll processes.
• Analyse and evaluate existing payroll systems and processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Configure and customize the Workday payroll software to align with business requirements.
• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct system testing, identify issues, and recommend appropriate solutions or enhancements.
• Provide end-user training and support during the implementation and post-implementation phases.
• Troubleshoot and resolve payroll-related issues, investigating root causes and implementing preventive measures.
• Stay updated with Workday payroll functionality, new releases, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Workday payroll with other modules, such as HR, finance, and time management.
• Participate in payroll-related projects, including system upgrades, enhancements, and migrations.

Skills

Payroll Workday expertise

UK Payroll domain knowledge

Workday configuration tools

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Accenture is hiring a Workday UK/Ireland Payroll Consultant to advise on UK Payroll standards and lead Workday configurations for clients. You will collaborate with HR and finance teams, implement payroll policies, and stay current with Workday updates across international projects. English fluency and a bachelor’s degree are required.

Join a global network and access extensive education programs, with flexible hours and potential to work from home as part of a dynamic team.