Workday - Lead Implementation Consultant - Payroll (UK) in England

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy, consulting, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next‑generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity.

Do you get excited when guiding organizations on the transformation of their HR processes based on the next generation of technology? Put your expertise to work as part of the world’s largest independent technology services provider and own the way as a trendsetter in Workday. We’re ready if you are.

The Accenture Workday Business Group is a leading partner to Workday worldwide and has a track record of implementing many of the most significant Workday projects. In addition, we take pride in advising and collaborating closely with our clients from early strategy discussions, through technology implementations and transformation programs, to support and operations.

You’ll be part of a team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology. From rapid deployments to complete transformations, you’ll provide integrated, cloud‑based HR solutions that put organizations on the fast track to a better way to work.

As a Workday UK/Ireland Payroll Consultant, you will benefit from:

• A global network of talented and passionate colleagues
• Challenging work for some of the world’s largest companies
• Extensive education programs and development opportunities
• Volunteering and career opportunities around the world
• A diverse and socially active workforce
• Flexible working hours and opportunity to work from home
• Friendly and social work environment
• Ability to craft your career based on your own aspirations

In this role, you will help our clients get the most out of their Workday investment by:

• Advising clients on industry standards and leading practices in the UK Payroll domain, contributing to a functional solution that meets client needs and objectives
• Applying Workday and Accenture methodologies in everything you do
• Independently leading your workstream and reporting workstream(s) progress
• Collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and understand payroll processes
• Analyzing and evaluating existing payroll systems and processes to identify areas for improvement
• Configuring and customizing the Workday payroll software to align with business requirements
• Developing and implementing payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Conducting system testing, identifying issues, and recommending appropriate solutions or enhancements
• Providing end‑user training and support during the implementation and post‑implementation phases
• Troubleshooting and resolving payroll‑related issues, investigating root causes and implementing preventive measures
• Staying updated with Workday payroll functionality, new releases, and industry best practices
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to integrate Workday payroll with other modules, such as HR, finance, and time management
• Participating in payroll‑related projects, including system upgrades, enhancements, and migrations

We are looking for experience in the following skills:

• Proven experience as a Payroll Workday Consultant or similar role
• In‑depth knowledge of Workday payroll software, including configuration, workflows, and business rules
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in Workday configuration tools, such as pay policies, pay codes, and earnings/deductions setup
• Experience in implementing and supporting Workday payroll solutions, including end‑to‑end project lifecycle
• Ability to analyze complex payroll requirements and design appropriate solutions
• Familiarity with integration between Workday payroll and external systems, such as time and attendance, is advantageous
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to meet client travel requirements as needed and efficiently manage a team(s) and client interactions
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, Fluency in English

Set yourself apart:

• Strong Payroll background and have experience working with the UK Payroll modules of the Workday platform, either as a consultant or in a client role owning and driving the Workday agenda
• Up‑to‑date Workday UK Payroll certifications
• Knowledge of other Workday modules, such as HR and benefits, is a plus

What’s in it for you:

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first‑class services.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Business Consulting and Services, Information Services