Collaborative Solutions, LLC
Workday Financials Senior Principal Consultant (Supply Chain)
The Cognizant Workday Practice is seeking a Workday Financials Senior Principal Consultant with Supply Chain Management (SCM) experience. The Senior Principal Consultant will “bridge the gap” between the business and technical teams by solving complex Workday intersystem problems. They will guide clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday implementation.
Responsibilities:
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Be a Workday Financials expert with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation.
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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.
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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.
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Regularly engage and support the client through all phases of the project, ensuring a smooth transfer from legacy systems to the Workday solution.
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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.
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Act as a mentor to fellow consultants and analysts, including providing support for shadow assignments.
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Actively participate in update training and internal opportunities to share one’s skills and learnings with others within the organization.
Skills & Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field or equivalent.
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4+ years of Workday functional implementation experience, required.
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5 years Human Resources, Payroll, or Financial software experience, required.
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5 years implementing functional solutions with ERP or SaaS software, required.
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Proficiency with business processes including: general ledger, budgeting, supply chain 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
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Report writing experience and/or Workday Financials certification, highly desired.
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Thrives in a fast-paced environment, with a solid commitment to detail.
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Passion for exceptional customer service and customer collaboration.
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Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively manage customer expectations.
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Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint programs.
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Willingness to reach across teams to accomplish defined goals.
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Minimal travel required, but must be willing to travel on-site if needed.
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Salary and Other Compensation
Applications will be accepted until 07/21/2025
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: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- 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.
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