Workday Data Lead

Job Description

INTRODUCTION

Do you get excited when guiding organizations on the transformation of their HR processes based on the next generation of technology? Put your expertise to work as part of the world’s largest independent technology services provider and own the way as a trendsetter in Workday. We’re ready if you are.

DEPARTMENT INTRODUCTION

The Accenture Workday Business Group is a leading partner to Workday worldwide and has a track record of implementing many of the most significant Workday projects. In addition, we take pride in advising and collaborating closely with our clients from early strategy discussions, through technology implementations and transformation programs, to support and operations. Learn more about our practice at www.accenture.com/workday.

ARE YOU INTERESTED?

Do you want to work with global talent at the forefront of technological services and seek meaningful projects for top international businesses? At Accenture you have access to specifics trainings for your functional lead role. You will start with training -together with colleagues – and you will join seminars at various international locations. You will be primed, equipped and well-networked to tackle exciting projects.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” –Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

What We Offer:

• Innovative large scale Workday projects
• A global network of talented and passionate colleagues
• Challenging work for some of the world\’s largest companies
• Extensive education programs and development opportunities
• Volunteering and career opportunities around the world
• A diverse and socially active workforce
• Flexible working hours and opportunity to work from home
• Friendly and social work environment
• Ability to craft your career based on your own aspirations.

As a Workday Data Lead:

You\’ll be part of a team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology. From rapid deployments to complete transformations, you\’ll provide integrated, cloud-based HR solutions that put organizations on the fast track to a better way to work.

In this role, you will help our clients get the most out of their Workday investment by:

• Sharing leading practices and your experiences, contributing to a data conversion approach that meets client needs and objectives
• Hosting workshops and leading discussions on topics across the data migration domains
• Deliver requirements and design documents to developers
• Managing and guiding a team of Workday Data Migration consultants
• Liaising closely with client counterparts, Accenture colleagues and Workday to achieve a robust solution
• Serve as the primary knowledge source for converting data from legacy systems and spreadsheets into the WorkdayCloudHCM & Financials system
• Intermediate understanding of ETL scripts and methodology to load data into Workday.
• Active involvement in (pre-)sales activities to shape the right offering for our prospective clients

You ideally have a strong technical background and have spent a couple of years on the Workday platform, either as a consultant or in client role owning and driving the Workday agenda.

You’re motivated, solution-oriented, and able to independently find solutions. You have experience in managing and communicating with different stakeholders. You are results-oriented, and able to win others over and sell your ideas.

Qualification

We are looking for experience in the following skills:

• Proficiency in multiple integration areas (i.e. Workday Studio, Connectors, EIBs) and / or experience with Workday data migration methods (i.e. iLoads, Advanced Loads)
• Experience from several full-cycle Workday implementations, including requirements gathering, data conversion design, testing and deployment
• Ability to meet client travel requirements as needed, and efficiently manage virtual team and client interactions
• Thrive in a diverse, dynamic environment
• Think analytically and effectively apply logic to solve problems
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines despite conflicting demands
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements
• Strong desire to work with clients and provide exceptional client experiences
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Fluency in French and English

Set yourself apart:

• Fluency in another language
• Workday up-to-date Data certification
• Experience in migrating Workday Financials data
• Workday Studio Certification
• Ability to work closely with a global team including offshore delivery teams
• Workday Reporting/PRISM/Extend experience
• Workday HCM or Financials functional / consulting experience

Locations

London

Additional Information

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About Accenture

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