Senior Associate, Workday Financials

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KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally.

If you re looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

• Execute the day-to-day activities of Workday managed services engagements for a variety of post-production clients including enhancement and optimization initiatives, break/fix support, release management, new feature deployments, process improvement and road mapping activities
• Work to ensure client satisfaction and timely delivery and collaborate with clients to strategize and drive goals forward post-production
• Support cross functional teams to resolve issues and deliver solutions; lead the analysis, design, configuration, and delivery of the Workday solution
• Coordinate work handoffs with offshore team including traceability of client updates and work in progress; act as a point of contact for client to discuss support needs during US business hours
• Act as functional subject matter expert during sales and proposal activities as well as on KPMG Value Optimizations, assessing tenant to identify optimization opportunities for clients to realize value out of Workday investment
• Mentor and upskill junior resources both onshore and offshore
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG s respectful and courteous work environment

• Minimum three years of recent client-facing experience in Workday Finance; experience should include support of Workday clients for a managed services organization and/or participation in at least two full-scale implementation of Workday Financials
• MBA or MIS from an accredited college/university is preferred; minimum of a Bachelor s degree is required; required Workday certification/skills in at least two of the following modules:
  Workday Pro Contracts to Cash Services, Business Assets Services Certification, Accounting Center Certification; candidates must secure these certifications within three months from the start of employment if not already held
• Understanding of ITIL framework, ITSM and service desk management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with Workday features, tools, and best practices
• Understanding of process reengineering, designing and implementing business performance management enhancements including process workflow, approvals and reporting
• Ability to travel as required
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity

KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, ranges are based on location. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable laws.

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California Salary Range: $91,000 - $177,400

Additional benefits include medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a broad well-being and time-off program. Details on benefits are available on the KPMG US Careers site.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled.