Workday Financials Consultant

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 95000 - 130000

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy expertise and creativity we help clients accelerate operational digital and cultural transformation enabling the change they need to own their future.

Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.

An indispensable role Our clients approach us with a unique set of complex challenges to forge strategy and operations with technology. So we are constantly on the look-out for outstanding consultants with varying types of expertise and knowledge who are passionate about uncovering untangling and tackling the biggest challenges facing the industry. Our capable Associates utilize Huron tools methodologies and best practices in the selection planning and implementation of leading enterprise software and analytics solutions.

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. Our Associates gain valuable hands-on consulting experience and world-class training and developmentthat translates to career growth. Huron is big enough to offer the opportunity and exposure you need for your career growthbut small enough to give you individual attention for your professional development.

We see whats possible in you and help you achieve it.

Bachelors 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 Customer Accounts Banking and Settlements or expenses. Workday Certification is a PLUS.

Willingness to travel as needed for project assignments

Preferred Skills & Experience:

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

The estimated base salary range for this job is $95000 - $130000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors including but not limited to specific skills or certifications years of experience market changes and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Hurons annual incentive compensation program which reflects Hurons pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity the total estimated compensation range for this job is $106400 - $149500. The job is also eligible to participate in Hurons benefit plans which include medical dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.

Position Level

Associate

Country

United States of America

Required Experience:

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