Workday Financials Data Consultant

Cognizant Workday Practice is seeking a Data Consultant with experience in Workday Financials and finance data transformation. As a Data Consultant, you will guide clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday Financials implementation, with a focus on data migration, validation, and optimisation. This role is best suited for self-starters who are eager to work across a range of clients and engage in all phases of Workday system implementations. You will join a collaborative, fast-paced consulting practice supported by experienced mentors and strong learning opportunities. Responsibilities: ----------------- * Become a Workday Financials Data expert, with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation. * Partner closely with project teams and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes across all phases of implementation. * Utilize Workday tools such as iLoad, EIB, Object Transporter, Advanced Load, and Migration Recipe to support tenant-to-tenant migrations. * Design and develop data tracking, reconciliation, and monitoring tools to ensure financial data accuracy and integrity. * Map and convert data sources into data conversion templates, aligned to Workday Financials structures. * Guide clients through data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and loading processes. * Support data migration activities, including loading financial data, moving configuration between tenants, and aligning with business processes and security. * Develop ETL processes and data transformation logic to improve and normalise financial data. * Validate and reconcile data loaded into Workday, ensuring consistency with legacy systems and financial requirements. * Engage regularly with clients throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring a smooth transition from legacy systems to Workday Financials. * Manage multiple tasks under limited supervision, keeping stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and issues. * Participate in training and internal knowledge-sharing to continuously develop expertise. Skills & Requirements: ---------------------- * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, MIS, Finance, or a related field. * Experience in ERP data conversion or financial systems implementation. * Experience with Workday Financials is essential * Understanding of financial data structures, including General Ledger, transactions, and reporting frameworks. * Experience with data conversion, migration, and data loading tools. * Strong Excel skills and experience working with large datasets. * Working knowledge of SQL or data querying tools (preferred). * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. * Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work with both technical and functional stakeholders. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. * **Eligibility for SC Clearance (must have resided in the UK for the last five years and have the right to work in the UK).** #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.