Workday Adaptive Consultant

Kainos; Dartford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in Dartford is seeking an Adaptive Planning Consultant to transform business planning needs with Workday Adaptive Planning solutions. You'll provide expertise in implementation and support clients across multiple industries. Successful candidates will have strong financial experience, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to lead projects effectively. Join a diverse and collaborative team that values your contributions and supports your growth.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and building financial planning models.
• Strong ability to conceptualize a client's business model.
• Proven ability to lead and work effectively within teams.

Responsibilities

• Work independently helping clients transform their business planning needs.
• Lead implementations for clients managing all phases of projects.
• Guide clients through design sessions and configuration decisions.

Skills

financial and management accounting experience

advanced Excel skills

strong communication skills

consulting skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or Business

Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA)

Tools

Workday Adaptive Planning

EPM systems

Job description

Overview

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.

Role purpose and responsibilities

Main purpose of the role & responsibilities in the business

As an Adaptive Planning Consultant (Consultant), you’ll work in a team or independently helping our clients transform their business planning needs (budgeting, revenue, personnel, KPIs, quotas/capacity, territories, reporting & analytics) with the Workday Adaptive Planning Business Planning Cloud. You will work as part of a delivery team responsible for implementations for customers of all sizes, across multiple industries. You will be a specialist within your field, providing mentoring and oversight to more junior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Providing expertise on the Workday Adaptive Planning solution – maintain proficiency and certification in the Workday Adaptive Planning solution suite.
• Leading implementations for clients – manage all phases of Workday Adaptive Planning implementation projects, including:
• Understand client current planning processes and translate legacy models into Workday Adaptive Planning using a consultative approach.
• Recommend the best solution based on the client’s requirements, budget, and timeframe, with flexibility to adapt the scope as new needs are identified.
• Guide clients through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions based on best practices and each client’s unique business requirements.
• Develop and configure accurate forecasting and planning models in Workday Adaptive Planning to meet client needs.
• Plan and conduct training sessions for users; document planning models and reporting delivered to clients.
• Ensure rapid time-to-value by delivering engagements on time and within budget.
• Support our clients to ensure success – communicate regularly, concisely, and clearly to set proper expectations; provide general customer service and act as the go-to resource on project inquiries.
• Collaborate internally by sharing learnings and problem-solving with colleagues.
• Support business development activities – assist in the sales process and produce delivery estimates.
• Develop people – manage, coach and develop a small number of staff, focusing on performance and career development.

Must have

• Comprehensive financial and/or management accounting experience, particularly budgeting, planning and management reporting.
• Experience designing and building complex financial planning models, with advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to conceptualise a client’s business model and translate it into a working model in the software.
• Strong communication skills with customers and colleagues, including in remote settings; ability to formally present to senior client audiences.
• Broad business and technology understanding and awareness of industry trends within Financials and ERP.
• Proven ability to lead and work effectively within teams and with customers while fostering an inclusive culture.
• Understanding of project methodologies and how they contribute to successful projects.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and make decisions under pressure with a balanced view of customer demands and project economics.
• Strong consulting skills (presenting, leading workshops, demonstrations, and explaining complex functionality or solutions to customers).
• Demonstrated ability to manage, coach and develop team members and the wider community.
• Ability to implement improvements in tools and/or processes to help the practice.
• Able, if required, to travel to customer sites in the same region (minimal out-of-region travel may also be required).

Nice to have

• Experience implementing at least one Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) system (e.g., Workday Adaptive Planning, Host Analytics, Anaplan, Oracle Hyperion).
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or Business.
• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) or part-qualified accountant with strong industry experience.

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.