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Manager, Payroll & Workforce Management Transformation

KPMG
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
200 East Randolph Street (Show on map)
Nov 12, 2025
The 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. KPMG is currently seeking a Manager, Payroll & Workforce Management Transformation for our Consulting practice. Responsibilities : Lead Payroll and/or Workforce Transformation projects and teams involving optimization, strategy, organizational design, sourcing and selection, and/or implementation support Work with client stakeholders to document baseline current state Payroll and/or Time & Attendance Service Delivery operations; execute the day-to-day activities of Payroll and/or Time & Attendance advisory engagements for a variety of clients including process design, implementation lifecycle support, and project reviews Review business processes, systems and/or outsourcing arrangements and advise clients as part of the Payroll and/or Time & Attendance Transformation life cycle Identify and communicate findings to senior management and client personnel; utilize Payroll and/or Time and Attendance technical and industry knowledge to identify complex client issues Build long-term business relationships with key executives through engagement delivery and networking in professional organizations Participate in business development by identifying new opportunities and assisting with proposal response; contribute to the development and evolution of methodologies and intellectual capital including articles, whitepapers, and training efforts Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment Qualifications : A minimum five years of experience with functional domestic and/or Global Payroll and Time and Attendance processes and operations as a Payroll and/or Time and Attendance practitioner within an organization or a minimum of five years; experience in advisory services within a major consulting firm A minimum five years of experience with Payroll and/or Time and Attendance and Workforce Management cloud-based technology (e.g. Workday, Oracle, SAP SuccessFactors, Kronos, Workforce Software) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university preferred Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent preferred Experience leading business and Payroll and Workforce Management transformation projects including process improvement and change management; working with third party payroll and/or time and attendance outsource providers Experience with Project Planning, requirements gathering, design sessions and full deployment life cycle; detailed understanding of Payroll and/or Time and Attendance functions, processes, and leading practices Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) with a proficiency in Microsoft applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) Ability to travel as needed 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 (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. 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