Workday Finance Functional Consultant

The Opportunity

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future. 

Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.

Position Summary

At Huron, we’re redefining what a consulting organization can be. We go beyond advice to deliver results that last. We inherit our client’s challenges as if they were our own. We help them transform for the future. We advocate. We make a difference. And we intelligently, passionately, relentlessly do great work…together.Huron is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity to job applicants and employees in recruitment, hiring, employment, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Huron will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. We endeavor to maintain a drug-free workplace.

Are you the kind of person who stands ready to jump in, roll up your sleeves and transform ideas into action? Then come discover Huron.

Qualifications

Position Overview:

As a Workday Finance Functional Consultant, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance and implementation support for Workday Finance and Workday Adaptive Planning solutions. You will work closely with clients to understand their financial processes, configure Workday solutions to meet their needs, and ensure a smooth deployment and integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Consultation:
  • Collaborate with clients to gather and analyze business requirements related to financial operations.
  • Provide strategic advice on optimizing financial processes using Workday Finance and Workday Adaptive Planning.
• Solution Design & Configuration:
  • Design and configure Workday Finance modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Reporting.
  • Implement and configure Workday Adaptive Planning to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis capabilities.
• Implementation & Support:
  • Lead end-to-end implementation projects, including system setup, data migration, testing, and user training.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, providing ongoing support to ensure optimal performance and user satisfaction.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the implementation phase, maintaining clear and effective communication.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align project goals, timelines, and deliverables.

• Documentation & Training:
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including configuration guides, training materials, and user manuals.
  • Conduct training sessions for end-users and provide post-implementation support to ensure successful adoption of the system.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
  • 3-8 years of hands-on experience as a Workday Finance Functional Consultant or in a similar role, with a strong focus on Workday Finance and Workday Adaptive Planning.
  • Proven track record of successful Workday Finance and Adaptive Planning implementations and enhancements.
• Certifications:
  • Workday Finance certification – P2P/R2R.
  • Workday Adaptive Planning certification.
  • Having certifications in additional Modules like Business Assets, Expenses, Inventory etc. will be an added advantage
• Skills:
  • Deep understanding of financial processes and best practices in Workday Finance, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Reporting, configuring business processes and reports (calculated fields are a bonus)
  • Proficiency in configuring and implementing Workday Adaptive Planning for budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex requirements into practical solutions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and team members.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.

Posting Category

Generalist

Opportunity Type

Regular

Country

India