Lead Workday Procure To Pay and Expenses

Accenture; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Large-scale projects

Global network

Extensive training

Remote-work options

Career development

Flexible hours

Zusammenfassung

Accenture is seeking a Lead Workday Procure to Pay and Expenses expert to drive implementation projects for major global clients. You will lead end-to-end lifecycle activities, design configurations, and ensure successful deployments across regions.

You will mentor team members, collaborate with cross-functional groups, and leverage Workday best practices to optimize financial processes. Travel for international projects may be required.

Qualifikationen

• Fluent English required with strong communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Information Systems (or equivalent).
• Experience with Workday certifications and modules is highly desirable.

Aufgaben

• Lead Workday Procure to Pay and Expenses implementations.
• Work with clients to translate requirements into Workday configurations.
• Mentor junior team members and share best practices.

Kenntnisse

English fluency

Client communications

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree (Finance/Business/Admin/IS)

Tools

Workday Financials

Workday Expenses

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Europe (any)

INTRODUCTION

Are you excited about supporting organizations in transforming their HR processes using next‑generation technologies? Put your expertise to work with the world’s largest independent technology services provider and become a key player as a Workday pioneer. We’re ready if you are.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Accenture Workday Business Group is a leading global Workday partner with strong experience in delivering some of the most strategic Workday projects. We are also proud to advise and work closely with our clients—from early strategic thinking through technology implementation and transformation, as well as ongoing support and operations.

Learn more about our practice: www.accenture.com/workday

ARE YOU INTERESTED?

Would you like to work with international talent at the forefront of technology services and contribute to large‑scale projects for major global companies?

At Accenture, you will have access to role‑specific training for your functional lead position. You will begin with a structured training journey alongside your peers and take part in seminars across different countries. You will be prepared, equipped, and integrated into a strong network to take on challenging projects.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and in supporting each individual as a whole person. Our core values are: Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual, and Integrity.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: we care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and the communities in which we live and work. It’s personal for every one of us.”
— Julie Sweet, CEO of Accenture

WHAT WE OFFER

• Innovative, large‑scale Workday projects
• A global network of talented and passionate colleagues
• Challenging assignments for some of the world’s largest companies
• Extensive training programs and development opportunities
• International career and volunteering opportunities
• A diverse and socially responsible work environment
• Flexible working hours and remote‑work options
• A friendly, collaborative workplace
• The opportunity to build your career according to your aspirations

AS A LEAD WORKDAY PROCURE TO PAY AND EXPENSES:

You will be part of a consulting team that delivers far more than technology. From rapid deployments to full transformations, you will provide integrated, cloud‑based ERP solutions that enable organizations to adopt a more effective way of working.

In this role, you will help clients maximize the value of their Workday investment by:

• Participating in all phases of the Workday Procure to Pay implementation lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, and deployment
• Participating in all phases of the Workday Expenses implementation lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, and deployment
• Working with clients to understand business needs, translate them into Workday configurations, and provide expert guidance on best practices
• Configuring Workday modules to meet business requirements related to financial accounting, statutory reporting, and country‑specific needs in global Workday Financials deployments
• Identifying strategies, risks, and options, and recommending approaches and mitigation measures to meet functional and client needs
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams (finance, IT, project management) to ensure seamless integration of Procure to Pay and/or Expenses processes with other modules and systems
• Providing guidance and mentoring to junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to develop their skills
• Advising clients on industry standards and best practices
• Presenting design options through prototyping
• Understanding and applying Workday and Accenture Workday methodologies
• Providing progress updates to the stream lead
• Demonstrating strong client and stakeholder management skills to achieve project objectives

Ideally, you have strong financial experience and several years of experience working on the Workday platform, either as a consultant or in a client role, leading and driving the Workday agenda.

You are motivated, solution‑oriented, and able to work independently to find answers. You have experience managing and communicating with diverse stakeholders. You are results‑driven, persuasive, and able to sell your ideas.

#LI-EU

We are looking for experience in the following areas:

• Workday Financials certification in Procure to Pay and/or Strategic Sourcing. Additional Workday certifications are an advantage, particularly Workday Expenses
• Strong experience in financial transformation projects
• Experience with multiple full‑cycle Workday implementations
• Solid understanding of Procure to Pay processes and best practices
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (Finance, Business Administration, or Information Systems)
• Fluency in English
• Ability to meet client travel requirements when necessary and to effectively manage a virtual team as well as client interactions
• Ability to thrive in a diverse and fast‑paced environment
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply logical thinking to problem solving
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines despite competing prioritiesExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex messages and requirements
• Strong motivation to work with clients and deliver an exceptional client experience

What will set you apart:

• Fluency in any European Language
• Workday Expenses certification
• Additional Workday Finance certifications

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

Visit us at www.accenture.com

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