Workday - Technical - Senior Associate

PwC Acceleration Center India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,600,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India is seeking a Workday - Technical - Senior Associate to manage Workday’s cloud-based HR, finance, payroll, and talent management solutions. You will analyze client needs, implement software solutions, mentor teammates, and drive operational efficiency across global engagements.

We value critical thinking, adaptability in ambiguous environments, and the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable insights for clients and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant Workday experience.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Analyzing client needs to implement Workday solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
• Managing Workday's suite of cloud-based applications, including HR, finance, and payroll systems.
• Providing training and support to clients for seamless integration and utilization of Workday applications.
• Collaborating with clients to optimize business processes and achieve strategic objectives.
• Utilizing Workday Prism Analytics and Workday Reporting to generate insights and recommendations.
• Leading efforts in process improvement and optimization within client engagements.
• Developing and maintaining meaningful client relationships to anticipate and address their needs.

Skills

Workday Certifications

Analytical thinking

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday Studio

Workday Integrations

Workday Prism Analytics

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands‑on learning, cutting‑edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a Workday - Technical - Senior Associate, you will specialize in managing Workday's suite of cloud-based software solutions, focusing on human resources, finance, payroll, and talent management. Within our Business Application Consulting practice, you will analyze client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support to optimize operational efficiency and help clients achieve their strategic objectives. As a Senior Associate, you will build meaningful client connections, anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and navigate complex situations to deliver quality work. You will leverage your skills to mentor others, deepen your technical knowledge, and grow your personal brand.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will use critical thinking to break down complex concepts and interpret data to inform insights and recommendations. You will uphold professional and technical standards, using a broad range of tools and methodologies to generate new ideas and solve problems. Embracing increased ambiguity, you will be comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, using these moments as opportunities to grow and develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing client needs to implement Workday solutions that enhance operational efficiency
• Managing Workday's suite of cloud-based applications, including HR, finance, and payroll systems
• Providing training and support to clients for seamless integration and utilization of Workday applications
• Collaborating with clients to optimize business processes and achieve strategic objectives
• Utilizing Workday Prism Analytics and Workday Reporting to generate insights and recommendations
• Leading efforts in process improvement and optimization within client engagements
• Developing and maintaining meaningful client relationships to anticipate and address their needs
• Applying critical thinking to break down complex concepts and solve problems effectively
• Upholding professional and technical standards in alignment with firm guidelines
• Mentoring junior team members to foster growth and development within the team

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 2 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• At least one of the following: One or more Workday certifications aligned to technical architecture and integrations, including Workday Integrations, Studio, Extend, Security, or related platform technology credentials
• Utilizing Workday Prism Analytics for data-driven insights
• Managing Workday HCM workforce transformation projects
• Developing strategic technology plans for business transformation
• Excelling in Workday Reporting and Analytics
• Embracing change and innovation in complex environments