Workday Financials/Professional Services Automation Senior Principal Consultant - Global AMS (A[...]

Collaborative Solutions, LLC; Mobile (AL); Remote; USD 128,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Senior Principal Consultant for Workday Financials and Professional Services Automation. This role involves leading teams, managing client engagements, and driving operational efficiency within the Workday practice. You will utilize your expertise in Workday Financials to enhance client success while fostering a collaborative culture. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact on clients' success.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Corporate Applications and managed services.
• Expert level understanding of Workday Financials domain required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Workday Professional Services Automation & Financials workstream.
• Collaborate with teams on daily activities and incident management.

Skills

Workday Financials

Client-facing roles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Workday Professional Services Automation

Job description

Workday Financials/Professional Services Automation Senior Principal Consultant - Global AMS (Application Managed Services)

Apply locations USA - United States - Remote time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR-15428

The Workday Financials/Professional Services Automation Senior Principal Consultant – Global Application Managed Services (AMS) is a well experienced post-production professional who is dynamic, fast-paced, and familiar with the managed services construct. As a Workday Financials AMS Senior Principal Consultant, you will bring your functional skills, ability to keep the business context in sight, and roll-up-your-sleeves work ethic to a team with a positive, can-do attitude, a collaborative culture, and a passion for helping our clients to be successful.

Responsibilities:

• Onshore lead who leads Workday Professional Services Automation & Financials workstream for the assigned set of accounts (Partner certification is mandatory).
• Apply and execute various AMS and/or Implementation methodologies/activities in these Workday FINS/PSA engagements.
• Collaboratively work with the offshore/nearshore teams on day-to-day activities, incidents, root cause analysis, and other work requests.
• Good knowledge in SLA constructs and adherence.
• Coordinate with external and internal stakeholders to create high business impact.
• Contribute to the operational efficiency of the Workday practice.
• Proactively identify and develop reporting dashboards to improve Workday utilization, creating solutions that support metrics for IT and the business stakeholders.
• Work with clients to identify/resolve all issues that could impact project scope and/or timeframe.
• Maintain the Workday platform with a focus on reporting (including scheduled reports), business process maintenance, security administration, data loads, and data audits.
• Ensure system design fits the needs of the user.
• Comfortable with leading multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively, and thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to ensure the team delivers the project deliverables on time and do consistent timely reminders with vendors and project team.
• Drive continual business process improvements throughout the organization.
• Lead a team of Workday consultants across multiple engagements.

Skills and Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Computer Science or Engineering) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of Corporate Applications portfolio experience and at least 3-5 years’ experience in client-facing roles handling managed services in a global delivery model.
• Expert level understanding of Workday Financials domain.
• Workday Professional Services Automation certification is mandatory.
• Able to multitask and perform a variety of duties.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to go the extra mile to solve customer problems.
• Good analytical skills with the ability to solve complex incidents and provide suggestions/best practices.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until 06/1/2025. The annual salary for this position is between $128,093 - $192,140 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Why choose Cognizant:

• Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas.
• Opportunity to do great work.
• Outreach programs that support communities and tap into your volunteer spirit.
• Learning opportunities to help current needs and advancement.
• Global operations, with opportunities in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
• An abundance of Affinity groups to meet your needs.

Cognizant Core Values:

• Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each other’s strengths to win as a team.
• Raise the Bar: We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver.
• Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what’s possible.
• Do the Right Thing: We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice.
• Own It: We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues, and community.