Lead Workday UK Payroll Consultant (Remote)

Accenture UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Workday Payroll Consultant to lead UK payroll initiatives within the Workday ecosystem. You will advise on best practices, configure payroll setups, and collaborate with HR, finance, and time management to deliver cloud-based HR solutions.

You will manage workstreams, engage with clients, and ensure compliance with UK tax rules. The role requires strong communication, travel flexibility, and a passion for transformation projects across large

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Payroll Workday Consultant or similar role.
• Deep knowledge of Workday payroll configuration and rules.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll regulations and tax rules.
• Experience integrating Workday with HR, finance, and time systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on Workday payroll best practices in the UK.
• Configure and customize Workday payroll to meet business requirements.
• Lead workstreams and report progress to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and time management modules.
• Support end-user training during go-live and post-implementation.
• Stay updated with Workday releases and industry standards.

Skills

Workday Payroll

UK Payroll

Consulting experience

Client communication

Travel flexibility

Team leadership

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Accenture UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Workday Payroll Consultant to lead UK payroll initiatives within the Workday ecosystem. You will advise on best practices, configure payroll setups, and collaborate with HR, finance, and time management to deliver cloud-based HR solutions.

You will manage workstreams, engage with clients, and ensure compliance with UK tax rules. The role requires strong communication, travel flexibility, and a passion for transformation projects across large