WFM Solution Architecture Consultant (UKG / ADP / SAP S/4)

About the position RGP is seeking a Solution Architecture Consultant to design and govern a global Workforce Management (WFM) ecosystem for a major oil and gas client. This role will define the architecture connecting time capture through pay calculation and general ledger postings, ensuring seamless integration with ADP Global Payroll (Celergo/Streamline) and SAP S/4HANA. This individual will serve as both a strategic architect and a functional expert- balancing hands-on technical depth with an ability to create scalable, compliant, and sustainable solutions. Acting as the design authority, you will guide a global rollout that supports complex workforce environments, including rotational, unionized, and remote operations. Responsibilities • Lead the design and standardization of the global WFM architecture, including country-level patterns that address regional labor practices and workforce structures. • Define and maintain the canonical data model that connects UKG systems to ADP payroll and SAP S/4HANA for accurate earnings, deductions, and cost allocation. • Oversee integration and data strategy across platforms, ensuring accuracy, automation, and auditability through APIs, WIM, and secure file-based workflows. • Establish and govern global standards for pay and work rules, accruals, scheduling, and exception management, adapting frameworks for local compliance needs. • Serve as the key design authority for change requests and system extensions, maintaining documentation and ensuring solution alignment to business goals. • Partner with stakeholders across Finance, Payroll, HR, and IT to align technology design with business operations and compliance frameworks. • Define and monitor performance and data quality targets, driving automation and regression coverage to maintain long-term system stability and consistency. Requirements • Bachelor's or Master's degree required; field of study is flexible, with emphasis on proven experience and leadership in workforce or systems architecture. • 12-18+ years of experience leading global Workforce Management and payroll solution architecture initiatives. • Deep expertise in UKG/Kronos (Dimensions, WFC v8), ADP Global Payroll (Celergo, Streamline), and SAP S/4HANA FI/CO. • Proven track record designing and delivering end-to-end time, pay, and financial posting processes across multiple geographies. • Strong understanding of complex workforce environments, including rotational scheduling, union labor agreements, and offshore/onshore operations. • Technical proficiency in integration methods (APIs, WIM, ETL tools), data validation frameworks, and audit-readiness controls. • Experience leading multi-vendor delivery environments with diverse systems integrators and stakeholders. • Exceptional communication and cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to balance strategic vision and execution detail. Nice-to-haves • Background in oil and gas, energy, or heavy industrial sectors preferred; certifications in UKG, ADP, SAP, PMP, or ITIL are a plus. Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase plan, Professional development program, Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required) Apply tot his job Apply To this Job