Lead Implementation Consultant

GWFM Lead Implementation Consultant

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analysis & Consultation:

• Implement the client’s solution using ADP’s Implementation Methodology and the ADP GWFM products.
• Be the main point of contact for anything Integration related, for the client and for ADP project teams.
• Perform workshops to gather information on the client's requirements.
• Design and document the client's solution including business requirements, interface specifications and any other specifications required according to ADP’s methodology and project scope.
• Take ownership of issues & gaps between client requirement and ADP GWFM and work with other teams/streams/areas to resolve them.
• Analysis activities in order to define the specifications for the effective construction of information systems, likely to meet the requirements of users

Integration & Testing:

• Liaise with clients throughout the data cleansing, mapping and conversion phase and provide any assistance required including reconciliation.
• Being able to support training delivery and when required update training manuals, preparing training systems and conducting training sessions.
• Provide guidance in preparing test scripts to enable clients to adequately test the solution.
• Support clients through the User Acceptance, Parallel Testing and Go-Live phases.
• Responsible for achieving estimated days as per fixed price strategy.
• Ensure that all deliverables are created on time and accurately as per project schedule, such as Blueprints, specifications, BP reviews, Configuration Audits and configuration documentation.
• Ensure timely handover to client services following ADP handover methodology.

Product Knowledge:

• Possess the highest level of HR and time management knowledge and the necessary competencies to deliver the maximum value to ADP’s clients.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of the GWFM Product, related news and any developments to the product.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of the GWFM product.
• Liaise with the Product Manager to provide feedback on the product to understand future product direction/ changes.
• Provide assistance and liaise with the Product Manager & Project teams to propose and deploy new enhancements.

Project Planning/Management Activities:

• Prioritize tasks and time management skills, ability to work across various projects, ability to lead a team of consultants to effectively implement a solution.
• Ability to use tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project and Visio to effectively update and maintain documentation / training / demonstrations.
• Client focused, demonstrate concern for meeting and exceeding immediate and future needs of clients.
• Good business process knowledge of GWFM module being implemented.
• Developing: Resolves Variety of Issues.

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:

• Prior experience working with ADP Enterprise eTIME, ADP Workforce Manager
• Experience in implementing UKG Products (Workforce Central, Ready, Pro Workforce Management).
• General understanding of HR and Payroll systems and processes (specifically Time Management).
• Proficiency in Java/Groovy 1.5 or 2.4, and Java Script for scripting and programming.
• Expertise in using Excel for complex data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with APIs for flow design, testing, and development.
• Familiarity with Workday, Oracle Cloud integration, and SAP integration.
• SFTP Knowledge – File movement and Encryption
• A strong combination of excellent communication and technical skills.
• Prior knowledge of other ADP products and systems, such as payroll products; Celergo or GlobalView.
• Knowledge of implementing in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.