Senior Manager, Workday Financials

Collaborative Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is looking for a Senior Manager to join their Workday Finance Practice. The successful candidate will oversee multiple projects, foster team collaboration, and contribute to both practice management and business development, requiring deep knowledge in Workday Finance and strong leadership skills. This role offers an entrepreneurial environment with numerous opportunities for growth and community engagement.

Benefits

Entrepreneurial environment

Opportunity to do great work

Outreach programs supporting communities

Learning opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of Workday Finance implementation experience.
• Experience as a Solution Architect on complex projects.
• Strong skills in leadership and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for Workday Finance projects.
• Act as Solution Architect on multiple concurrent projects.
• Mentor and coach consultants in the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Information Systems

Tools

Workday

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager to join our Workday Finance Practice. This individual will be a core member of the finance leadership team, playing a dual role as both a strategic leader and a hands-on contributor. The ideal candidate will bring deep Workday Finance expertise, lead multiple projects as a solution architect, and drive excellence in delivery, people development, and practice growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Oversight & Delivery:

• Provide oversight for multiple Workday Finance projects across the practice.
• Act as a trusted advisor to project teams, identifying risks, resolving issues, and ensuring successful delivery.
• Serve as Solution Architect on 2–3 concurrent projects, guiding overall solution design and ensuring alignment with client requirements.
• Design and validate Foundation Data Models (FDM) tailored to client-specific needs.

Sales & Business Development:

• Partner with the sales team to support RFP responses, solutioning, estimations, and SOW development.
• Participate in client orals and pre-sales discussions to position the firm’s capabilities effectively.

Leadership & People Development:

• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance team culture.
• Mentor and coach consultants, providing regular feedback and supporting career development.
• Conduct skills assessments and recommend cross-training opportunities.
• Manage team performance and utilization targets, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Practice Management:

• Contribute to the strategic direction of the Workday Finance practice.
• Lead or support key practice initiatives and innovation efforts.
• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning through town halls and internal forums.

Skills and Requirements:

• 5–7 years of Workday Finance (or equivalent ERP) implementation experience.
• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or senior consultant on complex Workday projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in sales support, including estimating and presenting to clients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Workday certifications in Financials or related modules.
• Experience managing geographically distributed teams.
• Passion for mentoring and developing talent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Why choose Cognizant:

• Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas
• Opportunity to do great work
• Outreach programs supporting communities and volunteer efforts
• Learning opportunities for growth and advancement
• Global operations across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific
• Numerous affinity groups for community and support

Cognizant Core Values:

• Work as One: We collaborate beyond roles, leveraging each other’s strengths to succeed.
• Raise the Bar: We strive for excellence in our work and deliverables.
• Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and reimagine possibilities.
• Do the Right Thing: We act with integrity and uphold ethical standards.
• Own It: We take responsibility for our outcomes and actions.