Workday Financials Solution Architect

Kainos; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kainos is seeking a Principal Workday Financials Solution Architect to lead large-scale Workday Financials programs from design to delivery. You will work with CFOs and finance leaders, shaping architecture and ensuring scalable, high-quality solutions across complex implementations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with delivery teams, pre‑sales activities, and mentoring to grow capabilities. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Current Workday Financials Certification.
• Consulting experience within a Workday Partner organisation.
• Extensive experience leading and architecting Workday Financials implementations.
• Deep expertise in Workday Financial Management and Foundation Data Model (FDM).
• Proven experience operating as a Solution Architect, Lead Architect or Principal Consultant on enterprise‑scale Workday programmes.
• Experience engaging with executive‑level stakeholders and leading strategic client discussions.
• Strong understanding of finance transformation, operating models and shared services environments.
• Experience working across multiple phases of the implementation lifecycle, from discovery and design through deployment and post‑go‑live support.
• Experience supporting business development, solution estimation or pre‑sales activities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the solution design and successful delivery of large-scale Workday Financials implementations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to CFOs, Finance Transformation Leaders and executive stakeholders.
• Provide architectural guidance and resolution for complex functional and business challenges.
• Partner with delivery teams to ensure high-quality, scalable and sustainable solutions.
• Support pre‑sales activities, including solution design, proposals, estimates and client presentations.
• Contribute to capability growth through mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Help attract, develop and retain top Workday talent.
• Represent Kainos as a Workday Financials subject matter expert both internally and externally.

Skills

Workday Certification

Workday Architecture

Executive Stakeholders

Solution Leadership

Pre-Sales Experience

Finance Transformation

Global Deployments

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Job description

Join Kainos and Shape the Future

At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.

Join Kainos and Help Shape the Future of Workday Financials

Kainos is one of the world's most established Workday partners, helping global organisations transform their finance operations through the power of Workday.

We're looking for a Principal Workday Financials Solution Architect to provide technical and functional leadership across complex Workday Financials programmes.

This is an opportunity to work directly with senior client stakeholders, influence strategic transformation initiatives, support business growth and help develop a world‑class Workday Financials practice.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the solution design and successful delivery of large-scale Workday Financials implementations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to CFOs, Finance Transformation Leaders and executive stakeholders.
• Provide architectural guidance and resolution for complex functional and business challenges.
• Partner with delivery teams to ensure high-quality, scalable and sustainable solutions.
• Support pre‑sales activities, including solution design, proposals, estimates and client presentations.
• Contribute to capability growth through mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Help attract, develop and retain top Workday talent.
• Represent Kainos as a Workday Financials subject matter expert both internally and externally.

Required Experience

To be successful in this role, candidates must have:

• Current Workday Financials Certification.
• Previous consulting experience within a Workday Partner organisation.
• Extensive experience leading and architecting Workday Financials implementations.
• Deep expertise in Workday Financial Management and Foundation Data Model (FDM).
• Proven experience operating as a Solution Architect, Lead Architect or Principal Consultant on enterprise‑scale Workday programmes.
• Experience engaging with executive‑level stakeholders and leading strategic client discussions.
• Strong understanding of finance transformation, operating models and shared services environments.
• Experience working across multiple phases of the implementation lifecycle, from discovery and design through deployment and post‑go‑live support.
• Experience supporting business development, solution estimation or pre‑sales activities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

• Certifications across additional Workday Financials products and modules.
• Experience with Procurement, Expenses, Revenue Management, Accounting Center and Reporting.
• Experience leading global or multi‑country Workday deployments.

Embracing our differences

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.

Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.

We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.