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UKG Ready Payroll Consultant

Accenture
Accenture Salary
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

We Are:

We are a global collective of innovators, applying “the New” every day to improve the way the world works and lives. “New” is not simply staying ahead of the curve—it’s redefining it. We operate at the intersection of the impossible and the transformative, turning bold ideas into meaningful outcomes where they matter most.


Join us to help clients unlock hidden value and deliver innovative, impactful solutions. With access to cutting-edge tools, continuous learning opportunities, and a global network of diverse talent, we drive success through a modern business architecture that challenges conventional practices. Our expertise spans more than 40 industries across 120 countries, impacting millions of lives every day.


You Are:

An experienced UKG Payroll Consultant with a strong track record of delivery, a passion for continuous learning. You bring deep functional expertise, leadership capability, and a proactive mindset to support both clients and internal teams.


The Work:

As a UKG Payroll Consultant, you will partner closely with cross-functional teams to help clients fully realize the value of their workforce management investment. You will play a key role in guiding payroll implementations.


Your responsibilities will include:

  • Implementing and Supporting the UKG Ready solution, with a focus on Payroll.
  • Lead or support discovery sessions to gather client requirements and translate them into system configurations.
  • Migrate and Validate data during implementations.
  • Deliver end-user training and provide guidance on processes and system usage
  • Collaborate with internal teams, third-party vendors, and client stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Align with project timelines, risks, and milestones (without direct project management responsibilities)


Job Responsibilitie
s:


Functional Knowledge:

  • Experience with Payroll History and General Ledger processes
  • Delivery:
  • Ability to support all aspects of payroll configurations, implementations, and enhancements


Documentation & Training:

  • Develop comprehensive payroll discovery files
  • Data Analysis & Communication:
  • Ability to interpret WFM, HR and Payroll needs and configure systems accordingly


Governance & Compliance:

  • Maintain project required documentation and schedules appropriately


Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requiremen
ts.


Here’s What You Need:

  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with UKG Ready, including Payroll and Kronos Payroll Service
  • Minimum of 3 years of advanced experience in U.S. payroll compliance, including state-specific regulations and best practices
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years' work experience). If Associate’s Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6-year work experience


Bonus Points If:

  • You have team lead experience
  • You have experience working with offshore teammates
  • You have UKG Ready CertificationsYou have led customer escalations


Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.


We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 11/20/2026.


Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.


See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture


Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $70,350 to $196,000
Colorado $63,800 to $169,300
Connecticut $63,800 to $169,300
District of Columbia $68,000 to $180,300
Illinois $59,100 to $169,300
Maine $54,400 to $144,300
Maryland $63,800 to $169,300
Massachusetts $63,800 to $180,300
Minnesota $63,800 to $169,300
New York $66,300 to $196,000
New Jersey $68,000 to $196,000
Ohio $59,100 to $156,800
Virginia $59,100 to $180,300
Washington $80,200 to $180,300

Requesting an Accommodation

Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (877) 889-9009 or send us an email or speak with your recruiter.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.

For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity Statement

Accenture is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.


Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Further, at Accenture a criminal conviction history is not an absolute bar to employment.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

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Salary : $59,100 - $196,000

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