Senior Associate, Workday Financials

KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and we expect this to continue. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority, with opportunities for learning and career development, world-class training, and access to leading market tools. If you are 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 to explore new areas of inspiration, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is seeking a Senior Specialist to join our Managed Services practice.

• 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.
• Ensure client satisfaction and timely delivery; collaborate with clients to strategize and drive post-production goals.
• 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 teams, maintain traceability of client updates and work in progress; act as a point of contact for client needs during US business hours.
• Serve as a functional subject matter expert during sales and proposal activities and in KPMG Value Optimizations, assessing tenant opportunities to maximize value from Workday investments.
• Mentor and upskill junior resources onshore and offshore.
• Act with integrity and professionalism to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.

• Minimum three years of recent client-facing experience in Workday Finance; experience in a managed services organization and/or participation in at least two full-scale Workday Financials implementations.
• MBA or MIS from an accredited college/university is preferred; minimum Bachelor’s degree required;
  Workday certifications in at least two of these modules:
  Workday Pro Contracts to Cash Services, Business Assets Services Certification, Accounting Center Certification. If not currently certified, must obtain within three months of employment.
• Understanding of ITIL framework, ITSM, and service desk management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; 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 on Workday features and best practices.
• Understanding of process reengineering 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 visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG will not sponsor employment-based visas for this role.

KPMG complies with applicable salary disclosure regulations and offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Available benefits include medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a suite of well-being benefits. Details vary by location and eligibility.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit on a rolling basis and consider qualified applicants as they apply. No phone calls or agencies please.