Workday Financials Principal Consultant

Collaborative Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financials Principal Consultant to lead clients through the transformative phases of Workday implementation. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your extensive experience in financial management systems to design, configure, and implement tailored solutions that meet diverse business needs. Your expertise will not only guide clients but also mentor fellow consultants, fostering a collaborative environment. This position promises a fast-paced atmosphere where your commitment to exceptional customer service and attention to detail will shine. If you are passionate about financial consulting and thrive in a challenging environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on functional financials experience with ERP systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through Workday implementation phases.
• Act as a mentor to fellow consultants and analysts.
• Engage and support clients throughout the project.

Skills

Functional Financials Experience

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Business Process Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Workday Financials

ERP Financial Management Systems

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Financials Principal Consultant to be based in Kuala Lumpur.
As a Principal Consultant, you will guide clients through the transformation, implementation and operation phases of a Workday implementation. Additionally, you must have a technical aptitude and be capable of configuring the product to meet the business requirements and design specifications.

Responsibilities:

1. Become a Workday Financials expert with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation.

2. Leverage your expertise to recommend the best solution based on the client’s requirements, budget, and timeframe; with the flexibility to adapt the scope as additional needs are identified.

3. Guide the customer through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions based on best practices and an understanding of the customer’s unique business requirements at all stages of the project.

4. Regularly engage and support the client through all phases of the project, ensuring a smooth transfer from legacy systems to the Workday solution.

5. Perform multiple tasks under limited direction, while regularly keeping the client, your project team and your Engagement Manager abreast of changes or progress related to the project.

6. Act as a mentor to fellow consultants and analysts, including providing support for shadow assignments.

7. Actively participate in update training and internal opportunities to share one’s skills and learnings with others within the organization.

Skills & Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

2. 5+ years of hands-on functional financials experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP or other ERP financial management systems, required.

3. Proficiency with business processes including: general ledger, budgeting, cash management, grant management, chart of accounts re-design, procure-to-pay, purchase order conversions, expense management, fixed asset management, and/or order-to-cash, required.

4. Report writing experience and/or Workday Financials certification, highly desired.

5. Thrives in a fast-paced environment, with a solid commitment to detail.

6. Passion for exceptional customer service and customer collaboration.

7. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively manage customer expectations.

8. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint programs.

9. Minimal travel required, but must be willing to travel if needed.

Please note, this role will be based onshore in Kuala Lumpur.