Senior Manager, Workday Financials

Senior Manager, Workday Financials page is loadedSenior Manager, Workday Financials Apply locations AUS - Australia - Sydney AUS - Melbourne - Remote time type Full time posted on Posted 18 Days Ago job requisition id JR-15749We are seeking a dynamic and experiencedSenior Managerto join ourWorkday Finance Practice. This individual will be a core member of the finance leadership team, playing a dual role as both a strategic leader and a hands-on contributor. The ideal candidate will bring deep Workday Finance expertise, lead multiple projects as a solution architect, and drive excellence in delivery, people development, and practice growth.Key Responsibilities: Project Oversight & Delivery Provide oversight for multiple Workday Finance projects across the practice. Act as a trusted advisor to project teams, identifying risks, resolving issues, and ensuring successful delivery. Serve asSolution Architecton 2–3 concurrent projects, guiding the overall solution design and ensuring alignment with client requirements. Design and validateFoundation Data Models (FDM)tailored to client-specific needs. Sales & Business Development Partner with the sales team to support RFP responses, solutioning, estimations, and SOW development. Participate in client orals and pre-sales discussions to position the firm’s capabilities effectively. Leadership & People Development Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance team culture. Mentor and coach consultants, providing regular feedback and supporting career development. Conduct skills assessments and recommend cross-training opportunities. Manage team performance and utilization targets, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Practice Management Contribute to the strategic direction of the Workday Finance practice. Lead or support key practice initiatives and innovation efforts. Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning through town halls and internal forums. Skills and Requirements: 5–7 yearsof Workday Finance (or equivalent ERP) implementation experience. Proven experience as aSolution Architector senior consultant on complex Workday projects. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience in sales support, including estimating and presenting to clients. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Preferred Attributes: Workday certifications in Financials or related modules. Experience in managing geographically distributed teams. Passion for mentoring and developing talent. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. #LI-Remote 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. Similar Jobs (1) Workday Financials Principal Consultant locations AUS - Melbourne - Remote time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. As one of the world’s leading professional services companies, we help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast changing world. Together, we’re improving everyday life. Founded in 1994 as a technology development arm of The Dun & Bradstreet Corporation, we were spun off as an independent company in 1996, and have worked closely with large organizations to help them build stronger businesses ever since. Today, Cognizant engineers modern businesses to improve everyday life, helping some of the world’s most established companies remain the most loved brands. In today’s fast-changing technology landscape, we work with our clients to advance every aspect of how they serve their customers: digitizing their products, services and customer experiences; automating their business processes; and modernizing their technology infrastructures. Cognizant’s Workday practice was formed in 2020 through the acquisition of Collaborative Solutions, a leading global finance and HR transformation consultancy. Our 1,700+ experts provide full lifecycle services—advisory, deployment, and post-production—using our proven, proprietary tools. With headquarters in the US and a rapidly expanding footprint that extends from India and China to Europe, North America, South America and the Middle East, we’re committed to building digital talent all around the globe so everyone can benefit from the full spectrum of human ingenuity. We collaborate locally with clients, in person and in their local languages. We believe that the opportunity presented by technology has never been greater, and because of that opportunity, Cognizant will continue to work with clients to modernize their businesses, making everyday life even better for them, their customers and the communities they serve. Our Commitment to Inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer.Your application and candidacy will not be consideredbased on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email with your request and contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr