Workday Payroll Architect / Consultant

Kognitiv Inc•Newton, MA

34d•$76,000 - $180,880

About The Position

At Kognitiv Inc., we're redefining what it means to be a Workday partner. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the ecosystem, we bring deep expertise, innovative thinking, and a people-first mindset to everything we do. We're not just building better Workday solutions-we're building a company where talented people thrive. Ready to do your best work? Join us. Are you a Workday Payroll expert ready to drive maximum client value and own complex post-production initiatives? We're looking for experienced Workday Consultants and Architects to partner with our global clients, ensuring they maximize their Workday investment. If you thrive on solving high-complexity problems, mentoring others, and delivering flawless customer service, we want you to Act Like an Owner on our team. This role is for a self-starter who can confidently lead projects from design through deployment across multiple, concurrent clients. You'll be the trusted expert responsible for turning client requirements into best-in-class Workday solutions.

Requirements

Experience: 4+ years leading Workday implementations, supporting Workday Post-Production/AMS Services, or as a sophisticated Workday client.
Expertise: Deep knowledge of Workday Payroll in any SKUs.
Leadership: Proven ability to manage conflicting demands, prioritize without supervision, and lead full-lifecycle projects (scoping, design, go-live).
Consultative Skills: Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and proven ability to influence stakeholders, guiding internal and client discussions toward timely solution agreement.
Technical Acumen: Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.
Environment: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to frequent change.
Travel: Willingness to meet minimal travel requirements (<5% annually).

Responsibilities

Implementation & Configuration: Design, configure, test, and deploy Workday solutions for global customers, adapting flexibly to their evolving needs across various module(s).
Strategic Consulting: Conduct detailed working sessions to gather and analyze business requirements. You'll assess needs, propose alternative solutions, and advise clients on Workday best practices and process improvements.
Project Leadership: Lead medium to high-complexity projects (like acquisitions or Phase X rollouts) through the full lifecycle, managing scope, quality, and timelines.
Delivery Excellence: Drive high client satisfaction by building strong relationships and consistently delivering impeccable service, meeting key performance indicators.
Mentorship & Knowledge: Act as a mentor, coach, and reviewer for less experienced team members. You'll contribute actively to our knowledge repository, sharing best practices and innovative deployment approaches.
Deep Troubleshooting: Perform root cause analysis on client issues and implement effective, well-researched corrective measures.

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