Workday Financials Principal Consultant; Accounting Center

Job Overview

Cognizant is seeking a Workday Financials Principal Consultant with Financial Management systems experience and expertise. As a Principal Consultant, you will guide clients through the transformation, implementation and operation phases of a Workday implementation. You must have a technical aptitude and be capable of configuring the product to meet business requirements and design specifications.

• Become a Workday Financials expert with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation.
• Recommend the best solution based on the client’s requirements, budget, and timeframe, and adapt the scope as additional needs are identified.
• Guide the customer through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions based on best practices and an understanding of the customer’s unique business requirements at all stages of the project.
• Engage and support the client through all phases of the project, ensuring a smooth transfer from legacy systems to the Workday solution.
• Perform multiple tasks under limited direction while keeping the client, project team and Engagement Manager abreast of changes or progress.
• Participate in update training and share skills and learnings with others within the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent.
• 2+ years of Workday functional implementation experience.
• 2‑5 years of financial software experience.
• 2‑5 years of implementing functional solutions with ERP or SaaS software.
• Proficiency with business processes including 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.
• Prior experience leading or managing teams.
• Report writing experience and/or Workday Financials certification highly desired.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, with a solid commitment to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to manage customer expectations.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to reach across teams to achieve defined goals.
• Minimal travel required; must be willing to travel on‑site if needed.

The annual salary for this position is between $106,171 - $159,257 depending on experience and qualifications. The position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program based on performance and subject to the terms of applicable plans.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long‑term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based 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. 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.