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KPMG

Senior Associate, Workday Security

Atlanta, GA · On-site

KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate, Workday Security to join our Advisory Technology Organization. Responsibilities: * Plan and execute client engagements focusing mainly on Workday ...

Nphosting

Senior Workday Developer

San Antonio, TX

The Senior Workday Developer is responsible for supporting the design, development, integration, configuration, and optimization of the organization's enterprise Workday platform. This role plays a ...

PSG Equity LLC

Senior Associate, HCM

Boston, MA · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

Position Overview The Senior Associate, Human Capital Management will serve as PSG's Workday HCM ... Responsibilities Workday Ownership & Administration * Serve as PSG's primary Workday HCM ...

PSG Equity LLC

Senior Associate, HCM

Boston, MA · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

Position Overview The Senior Associate, Human Capital Management will serve as PSG's Workday HCM ... Responsibilities Workday Ownership & Administration * Serve as PSG's primary Workday HCM ...

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How much do workday senior associate jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for workday senior associate in the United States is $134,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $117,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Workday Senior Associate vs Workday Analyst?

AspectWorkday Senior AssociateWorkday Analyst
Required CredentialsWorkday certifications, relevant degreeWorkday certifications, relevant degree
Work EnvironmentTeam-based, client-facing projectsProject analysis, system configuration
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, large corporationsCorporate HR, IT departments
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Workday Senior Associate typically supports implementation and client projects, focusing on system configuration and testing. The Workday Analyst often handles ongoing system analysis, reporting, and optimization within organizations. While both roles require Workday certifications and share similar credentials, the Senior Associate is more involved in project execution, whereas the Analyst focuses on system analysis and improvements.

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Infographic showing various Workday Senior Associate job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,409 per year, or $64.6 per hour.
Transformation - Workday Senior Associate

Transformation - Workday Senior Associate

Grant Thornton

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

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9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 17 rated bookkeepers and accountants

Job description

Technology Modernization - Workday Sr Associate

As a Workday Sr. Associate within the Transformation Practice, you will help organizations proactively shape and implement their overall strategy and supporting initiatives.  Specific to client interaction, you will play a key role in the delivery of engagements and work with chief operating officers, chief financial officers, and other senior client leaders to demonstrate your subject matter expertise as we seek to help them implement solutions in support of their broader strategy and goal of creating value.

Your day-to-day may include:

  • Assist in full life cycle implementations including planning, design, & build phases
  • Responsible for documenting business requirements, system design and transformational goals
  • Configure applications and conduct iterative unit testing
  • Help to create training materials and quick reference guides to support user adoption 
  • Conduct training classes to prepare end users for deployment
  • Provide post-production support

  • Assist with full life cycle implementations

  • Meet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization)
  • Other duties as assigned

You have the following technical skills, qualifications, and abilities:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Information Technology, MIS or related field required. A Master's degree is a plus.     
  • 2+ years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
  • Minimum of 2 full life cycle implementations of Workday.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of software development lifecycles, key metrics and reports.
  • Experience with ERP Application Integration & back-end data connectivity applications.
  • Experience installing/configuring/implementing Oracle Applications.
  • Knowledge of Workday ERP (Financials, SCM, etc.)
  • Proven ability delivering complex and time sensitive projects.
  • Strong leadership skills: able to conduct meetings and write technically oriented documents
  • Able to work with clients to understand current state processes and define future state processes based on business objectives
  • Ability to work additional hours as needed
  • Ability to travel to various client sites as needed on short notice
  • Travel percentage: up to 40%
At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better. 
In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services - and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.The team you're about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here's how:
Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.   
Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household. 
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different - and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at  www.gt.com/careers
When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we're taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at  www.gt.com/careers

Here's what you can expect next: 
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at   www.gt.com/careers. 

Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
  • Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
  • Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave. 
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details:         
It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton LLP to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HRHelp@us.gt.com. 

For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Gran Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employments or continued employment.   
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At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

Industry

Accounting services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1924

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