Principal Consultant, Workday Financials

Position Overview

Cognizant is seeking experienced Financials Consultants with expertise in Financial Management systems, specifically in the areas of General Ledger, Billing, Receivables, Procurement, Payables, Expenses, Asset Management, and/or Projects. As a Principal Consultant, you will be instrumental in guiding clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday implementation. This role requires a strong technical aptitude and the ability to configure the Workday product to meet business requirements and design specifications. This position typically reports to a Manager level within the Delivery organization.

Responsibilities

• Become a Workday Financials expert, mastering design, configuration, testing, and implementation.
• Leverage expertise to recommend optimal solutions based on client requirements, budget, and timeline, with flexibility to adapt scope as new needs arise.
• Guide clients through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions, applying best practices and understanding unique business requirements at all project stages.
• Engage and support clients throughout all project phases, ensuring a seamless transition from legacy systems to the Workday solution.
• Perform multiple tasks with limited direction, consistently updating the client, project team, and Engagement Manager on project progress and changes.
• Act as a mentor to fellow consultants and analysts, providing support for shadow assignments.
• Actively participate in update training and internal opportunities to share skills and learning within the organization.

Skills & Requirements

• Proficiency in Workday Financials areas such as: 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.
• Report writer & composite reporting experience is desired.
• Passion for exceptional customer service and customer collaboration.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively manage customer expectations.
• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.
• Active Workday Certification is an advantage.

Additional Information

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-time
• This position will be based in the Manila Office.
• GDC supports 3 regions – APAC, EMEA, and NA; shifts may vary.

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.