Workday Financials Consultant

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth and navigate constant change. They are seeking a Workday Financials Consultant who will be responsible for project work stream delivery, work plan management, and client interface while mentoring junior staff. This role offers valuable consulting experience and opportunities for career growth within the company.

Responsibilities

• Skilled relationship builders, our Associates are responsible for project work stream delivery, work plan management, analytics, reporting and client interface/presentations
• They collaborate with client staff and leadership while managing and mentoring junior Huron staff

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university or commensurate work experience
• Minimum 1- 2 years of relevant experience in consulting, finance, higher education, and/or accounting
• Previous experience implementing Workday with a focus on Record to Report (R2R)
• Workday Certification is a PLUS
• Willingness to travel as needed for project assignments
• Functional expertise in regulations and processes; understanding of higher ed financials requirements across various types of institutions
• Demonstrated knowledge in academic structure, organizational assessment, and strategic planning
• Exceptional advanced Excel skills (including modeling and macros)
• An MBA or other relevant advanced degree
• Expertise in the Financials function, processes and best practices
• Experience as a functional application specialist
• Excellent communication skills - oral and written - and the interpersonal skills needed quickly to establish relationships of trust and collaboration
• The ability to establish credibility in the eyes of senior-level university executives on the basis of expertise, maturity, and professionalism
• The ability to train and participate in the professional development of Huron staff in both project-management and technical dimensions
• Excellent time-management and prioritization skills
• The ability to manage multiple projects of differing scale and duration
• Strong analytical skills used to translate information from meetings into documentation that can be shared with meeting participants and project teams
• A desire and willingness to learn new tools, techniques, concepts, and methodologies

Benefits

• Huron’s annual incentive compensation program
• Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs

Company Overview

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