Workday Finance Consultant

Cognizant; Chennai; Hybrid; INR 2,000,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Architect with 6–8 years of Workday and Workday Financial Management expertise. The role focuses on designing and implementing solutions aligned with business objectives.

The position is hybrid with day shifts and no travel required. Responsibilities include designing, implementing and validating Workday solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and providing architectural leadership to the team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Workday implementations and integrations.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex landscapes.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders and teams.
• Solid grasp of architectural principles for scalable Workday solutions.
• Experience leading workshops and training on Workday features.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements Workday solutions aligned with business goals.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment.
• Develops architectural plans integrating Workday Financial Management with existing systems.
• Ensures scalability, reliability, and thorough testing of Workday solutions.
• Guides development teams through project lifecycle with technical leadership.

Skills

Workday

Workday Financial Management

Solution architecture

Stakeholder collaboration

Leadership

Testing & validation

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Architect with 6 to 8 years of experience in Workday and Workday Financial Management. The role involves designing and implementing solutions that align with business objectives. The position is hybrid allowing flexibility in work location and operates during the day shift. No travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Workday solutions that meet business requirements and enhance operational efficiency.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

• Develop comprehensive architectural plans that integrate Workday Financial Management with existing systems.

• Ensure the scalability and reliability of Workday solutions by conducting thorough testing and validation.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the development team throughout the project lifecycle.

• Monitor system performance and implement improvements to optimize functionality and user experience.

• Conduct regular reviews of Workday configurations to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

• Lead workshops and training sessions to educate users on new features and functionalities of Workday.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to Workday applications.

• Stay updated with the latest Workday releases and enhancements to leverage new features for business benefit.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Workday solutions.

• Document all architectural designs and modifications for future reference and knowledge sharing.

• Support the change management process by providing insights and recommendations for system improvements.

Qualifications

• Possess strong expertise in Workday and Workday Financial Management with a proven track record of successful implementations.

• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

• Exhibit strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and team members.

• Have a solid understanding of architectural principles and best practices in Workday solutions.

• Show proficiency in designing scalable and reliable Workday systems that align with business objectives.

• Be adept at conducting workshops and training sessions to educate users on Workday functionalities.

• Maintain a proactive approach to staying updated with the latest Workday releases and industry trends.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.