Senior Workday Financials Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the functional delivery of intricate Workday Financials implementations for public sector clients.

• Engage in one or more Workday Financials functional workstreams throughout the entire implementation lifecycle.

• Facilitate the processes of discovery, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and support after production.

• Convert business requirements into scalable Workday configurations that align with Solution Architecture and best practices of Workday.

• Manage workstream deliverables, timelines, issue resolution, and client communications.

• Configure Workday Financials across various functional areas including FDM, Core Financials, Procurement, Grants, Expenses, Banking, and Financial Reporting.

• Conduct design sessions and create prototypes in collaboration with client stakeholders.

• Identify the impact of configurations on interconnected Financials processes.

• Assist with testing, defect resolution, and planning for deployment.

• Act as the primary client contact for assigned workstreams, fostering relationships with Finance, IT, and project leadership.

• Communicate risks, recommendations, and implementation decisions to leadership effectively.

• Create configuration documentation, workbooks, and testing materials.

• Ensure compliance with delivery methodologies and quality standards.

• Escalate risks and suggest practical solutions.

• Mentor Consultants and Associate Consultants, reviewing work products, providing guidance, and sharing best practices.

• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding processes.

• Contribute to the development of practice and improvements in delivery.

• Aid in expanding Meridian's capabilities in the public sector regarding Workday.

• Travel domestically up to 30%.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in Workday Financials implementations.

• Active Workday Implementer Certifications with a minimum of two certifications held.

• Experience participating in functional workstreams during at least one complete Workday implementation lifecycle.

• Strong proficiency in one or more areas such as Financial Data Model (FDM), Financial Accounting, Procurement, Grants, Financial Reporting, Expenses, Banking & Settlements, or Business Assets.

• Proven experience leading client design workshops and managing functional deliverables.

• Must currently reside within the United States.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.

• Preferred experience in public sector implementations, including state/local government, higher education, or K–12.

• Record to Report certification is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Availability of bonuses.

• Generous paid time off.

• Flexible remote working environment.

• 401(k) plan with company match that vests immediately.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits.

• Support for caregivers and adoption.

• Financial coaching services.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Company-paid life insurance coverage.

• Opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

• A collaborative culture that prioritizes people, empathy, respect, and a shared purpose.