Workday Adaptive Planning Solution Architect (P)

Kainos; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Belfast is seeking a Workday Adaptive Planning Solution Architect to oversee Adaptive Planning deployments and client management. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in financial management and demonstrate exceptional leadership skills. This role involves managing project implementations and developing talent within the team. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Significant experience operating at a senior level on multiple Adaptive Planning or other Enterprise Performance Management implementation projects.
• Extensive experience in accounting / financial management, particularly budgeting and planning.
• Excellent skills in managing conflicting demands and performing in complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on the Workday Adaptive Planning solution.
• Manage implementations for clients, guiding them through design sessions.
• Drive the creation and delivery of an Adaptive Planning capability plan.

Skills

Workday Adaptive Planning Certification

Leadership

Customer management

Negotiation

Financial management

Education

Professional accounting qualification(s) such as ACA, CPA, CMA

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.

Main purpose and responsibilities

As a Workday Adaptive Planning Solution Architect in Kainos, you’ll be fully accountable for the quality of how we deliver Adaptive Planning deployments. You’ll use your expertise to engage directly on high profile projects, handle significant functional challenges, and act as an important senior liaison and escalation point for our clients. You’ll participate in business development activities, working with the sales and pre-sales teams on opportunities within your area, providing commercially competitive estimates and content to support the sales process. You’ll be key to developing capability in your region, and in developing and mentoring senior talent. As an expert in your capability, you’ll share knowledge and direct thought leadership both internally and externally.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical expertise on the Workday Adaptive Planning solution – maintain proficiency and certification in the Workday Adaptive Planning solution suite; develop and champion recommended approach guidelines for solution delivery and support quality assurance across projects through peer review.
• Managing implementations for our clients – manage all phases of Workday Adaptive Planning implementation projects, including:
• Working with clients to understand their current planning process, and taking a consultative approach to move legacy models into Workday Adaptive Planning
• Leveraging your expertise to recommend the best solution based on the client’s requirements, budget, and timeframe, with flexibility to adapt the scope as additional needs are identified
• Guiding clients through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions based on best practices and an understanding of each client’s unique business requirements at all stages of the project
• Driving the creation and delivery of an Adaptive Planning capability plan – delivering goals related to delivery contribution, commercial contribution, thought leadership, community development and talent development aligned with BU and wider Kainos strategy
• Driving Commerciality and Thought Leadership – work with the pre-sales team to develop new products and services aligned to customer needs; generate and deliver innovative content to position Kainos as a thought leader across the Workday ecosystem
• Championing Delivery efficiency and Community effectiveness – lead continuous improvements in tools and methodologies to support efficient project delivery while enabling an effective community across the capability to ensure knowledge sharing and contribution
• Putting people first & developing others – manage, coach and develop your team, supporting a culture of wellbeing and inclusion, with a focus on performance management and career development

Minimum (essential) requirements

• Workday Adaptive Planning Certification
• Significant experience operating at a senior level on multiple Adaptive Planning or other Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) implementation projects
• Extensive experience in accounting / financial management – particularly budgeting and planning and management reporting
• Exceptional understanding of and experience in delivery methodologies and models specifically designed for Workday
• Broad business and technology experience and awareness of industry trends
• Excellent leadership skills, including ability to delegate, motivate, lead, attract and develop staff
• Excellent customer management experience, working with senior executives and presenting to senior client and conference audiences
• Excellent skills in managing conflicting demands and performing in complex situations, including negotiation, conflict resolution and relationship management
• Sound commercial understanding of utilisation within a services organisation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical detail to non-technical audiences
• Willingness to travel to customer sites in the same region (minimal out of region travel may be required)

Desirable

• Professional accounting qualification(s) such as ACA, CPA, CMA, CIMA, CIA or ACCA

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.