Workday Financials Principal Consultant
GrooveFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
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The salary range is $128,093 - $192,140 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
This is a fully remote position.
Candidates need 4+ years of Workday functional implementation experience, 5+ years in HR, Payroll, or Financial software, and proficiency in business processes like general ledger, budgeting, procure-to-pay, and expense management. Strong communication skills, report writing, Workday Financials certification, and advanced Microsoft Office knowledge are highly desired.
The role involves mentoring fellow consultants and analysts, participating in update training, and sharing skills in a collaborative environment within the Cognizant Workday Practice.
A strong candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field, 4+ years of Workday functional experience, 5+ years in financial software implementations, and expertise in key financial processes like procure-to-pay and expense management, plus Workday certification and strong communication skills.
Professional services for digital transformation
Cognizant provides professional services that help businesses adapt to the digital age. The company works with clients to improve their business operations and technology systems through a consultative approach that focuses on specific industries. This means they tailor their services to meet the unique needs of each client, helping them to innovate and operate more efficiently. Unlike many competitors, Cognizant emphasizes a deep understanding of various industries, which allows them to offer more relevant solutions. The goal of Cognizant is to empower clients to thrive in a digital world by transforming their business models and enhancing their operational capabilities.