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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Workday Financials Principal Consultant (Accounting Center) - **Company:** Collaborative Solutions, LLC - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $106,171.0 - $159,257.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Software as a Service, Financial Software, Microsoft PowerPoint, Workday Financials, Workday, Legacy Systems - **Published:** June 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://collaborative.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AllOpenings/job/USA---United-States---Remote/Workday-Financials-Principal-Consultant_JR-15922 ## About the Role 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. Additionally, you must have a technical aptitude and be capable of configuring the product to meet the business requirements and design specifications., * Bachelor's degree required or equivalent. * 2+ years of Workday functional implementation experience required. * 2-5 years Financial software experience required. * 2-5 years implementing functional solutions with ERP or SaaS software required. * 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, required. * Prior experience leading or managing teams required. * Report writing experience and/or Workday Financials certification, highly desired. * Thrives in a fast-paced environment, with a solid commitment to detail. * Passion for exceptional customer service and customer collaboration. * Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively manage customer expectations. * Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint programs. * Willingness to reach across teams to accomplish defined goals. * Minimal travel required, but must be willing to travel on-site if needed ## Description * Become a Workday Financials expert with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation. * Leverage your expertise to recommend the best solution based on the client's requirements, budget, and timeframe; with the flexibility to 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. * Regularly 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 regularly keeping the client, your project team and your Engagement Manager abreast of changes or progress related to the project. * Actively participate in update training and internal opportunities to share one's skills and learnings with others within the organization. ## Related Videos - [Beyond the 9–5: Designing Work Around Humans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1321-beyond-the-9-5-designing-work-around-humans) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [How to TDD in legacy code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/309-how-to-tdd-in-legacy-code) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [What if your HR software adapted to you, not the other way around?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100259-what-if-your-hr-software-adapted-to-you-not-the-other-way-around) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [Mastering Remote Work: Tips for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/558-mastering-remote-work-tips-for-developers) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story)