[Remote] UKG Ready Payroll Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Armanino is one of the top 20 largest accounting and consulting firms in the nation, seeking an experienced Solution Consultant – Payroll & Payroll Services (UKG Ready) to join their Ready Launch Services Team. The role involves leading clients through UKG Ready implementations and ensuring a seamless transition to post-launch support while guiding them through the full implementation lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Payroll implementation services using UKG Ready
• Collaborate with project managers and client teams to understand project goals and recommend tailored system configurations
• Analyze client business needs and recommend optimal UKG Ready setup in coordination with the Project Manager
• Guide clients through the design, configuration, testing, and deployment of UKG Ready functionalities
• Document system configurations and provide clear communication of recommendations to clients
• Manage multiple concurrent implementations and go-live transitions
• Prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and monitor progress to ensure successful project delivery
• Support clients during the handover to long-term vendor support
• Lead consulting sessions—both virtual and on-site—to train and guide client teams
• Participate in project meetings and provide timely updates on project milestones and deliverables
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and certifications for UKG Ready and related modules
• Provide mentorship and support to other consultants within the team
• Meet or exceed company utilization targets
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership

Skills

• UKG Ready Core Payroll certification preferred; however, we are open to considering strong candidates who are willing to obtain certification
• Minimum 1 year of experience in UKG Ready implementation or activation
• Background in consulting or professional services
• Ability to multitask under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities effectively
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 and common project management and video conferencing tools
• Highly dependable with a proactive, self-directed work ethic
• Strong commitment to professional standards and quality outcomes
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Team-oriented with a client-focused mindset
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a team or project leadership role
• Experience as a UKG Ready system administrator or with additional UKG Ready certifications
• HR or Payroll experience, preferably with industry certifications
• Business analysis or project management experience is a plus

Benefits

• Eligible employees at certain levels can participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules.
• Medical, dental, vision
• Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
• Flexible work arrangements
• 401K with Profit Sharing
• Wellness program
• Generous parental leave
• 11 paid holidays

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