Workday Portfolio Senior Manager
CognizantFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must have 6+ years of experience implementing Payroll and Human Capital Management solutions, including 6+ years of consulting experience with a consulting/software company. A minimum of 6+ years of experience implementing Workday, SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, ADP, or similar applications is required, along with 6+ years of experience in functional areas such as Payroll, Time & Labor, Labor Costing, Labor Allocation, Payroll Accounting, HCM business processes, Benefits, Absence Management, and Compensation.
The Sr Payroll Consultant will ensure the successful implementation of the Workday Payroll solution by providing product and implementation expertise. Responsibilities include eliciting and documenting customer business requirements, configuring and testing the Workday solution, supporting data conversion and integration teams, assisting clients with testing, transferring system knowledge, communicating project status and risks to the Engagement Manager, ensuring compliance with checkpoints, mentoring new consultants, identifying opportunities for other service offerings, and participating in update training.
Cloud applications for finance and HR management
Workday provides enterprise cloud applications that focus on finance and human resources for medium to large-sized businesses across various industries. Its main products include Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Student, which help organizations manage their workforce and streamline financial operations. The software operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee based on the number of users and specific modules needed. This model supports continuous updates and improvements to the software. Workday stands out from competitors due to its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and employee engagement, offering tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance workforce experience. The company's goal is to provide essential tools that improve operational efficiency and support businesses in managing their human resources and financial operations effectively.