Cognizant Workday Practice is seeking a Data Consultant with experience in Workday Financials and finance data transformation. As a Data Consultant, you will guide clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday Financials implementation, with a focus on data migration, validation, and optimisation. This role is best suited for self-starters who are eager to work across a range of clients and engage in all phases of Workday system implementations. You will join a collaborative, fast-paced consulting practice supported by experienced mentors and strong learning opportunities.
Responsibilities
Become a Workday Financials Data expert, with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation. Partner closely with project teams and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes across all phases of implementation. Utilize Workday tools such as iLoad, EIB, Object Transporter, Advanced Load, and Migration Recipe to support tenant-to-tenant migrations. Design and develop data tracking, reconciliation, and monitoring tools to ensure financial data accuracy and integrity. Map and convert data sources into data conversion templates, aligned to Workday Financials structures. Guide clients through data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and loading processes. Support data migration activities, including loading financial data, moving configuration between tenants, and aligning with business processes and security. Develop ETL processes and data transformation logic to improve and normalise financial data. Validate and reconcile data loaded into Workday, ensuring consistency with legacy systems and financial requirements. Engage regularly with clients throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring a smooth transition from legacy systems to Workday Financials. Manage multiple tasks under limited supervision, keeping stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and issues. Participate in training and internal knowledge-sharing to continuously develop expertise. Skills &
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, MIS, Finance, or a related field.
Experience
in ERP data conversion or financial systems implementation.
Experience
with Workday Financials is essential Understanding of financial data structures, including General Ledger, transactions, and reporting frameworks.
Experience
with data conversion, migration, and data loading tools. Strong Excel skills and experience working with large datasets. Working knowledge of SQL or data querying tools (preferred). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work with both technical and functional stakeholders. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Eligibility for SC Clearance (must have resided in the UK for the last five years and have the right to work in the UK). #LI-Remote Why choose Cognizant: Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas Opportunity to do great work Outreach programs that support communities and tap into your volunteer spirit Learning opportunities to help current needs and advancement Global operations, with opportunities in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific An abundance of Affinity groups to meet your needs Cognizant Core Values: Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each other’s strengths to win as a team. Raise the Bar: We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver. Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what’s possible. Do the Right Thing: We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice. Own It: We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues, and community. Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. As one of the world’s leading professional services companies, we help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast changing world. Together, we’re improving everyday life. Founded in 1994 as a technology development arm of The Dun & Bradstreet Corporation, we were spun off as an independent company in 1996, and have worked closely with large organizations to help them build stronger businesses ever since. Today, Cognizant engineers modern businesses to improve everyday life, helping some of the world’s most established companies remain the most loved brands. In today’s fast-changing technology landscape, we work with our clients to advance every aspect of how they serve their customers: digitizing their products, services and customer experiences; automating their business processes; and modernizing their technology infrastructures. Cognizant’s Workday practice was formed in 2020 through the acquisition of Collaborative Solutions, a leading global finance and HR transformation consultancy. Our 1,700+ experts provide full lifecycle services—advisory, deployment, and post-production—using our proven, proprietary tools. With headquarters in the US and a rapidly expanding footprint that extends from India and China to Europe, North America, South America and the Middle East, we’re committed to building digital talent all around the globe so everyone can benefit from the full spectrum of human ingenuity. We collaborate locally with clients, in person and in their local languages. We believe that the opportunity presented by technology has never been greater, and because of that opportunity, Cognizant will continue to work with clients to modernize their businesses, making everyday life even better for them, their customers and the communities they serve. Our Commitment to Inclusion: 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. Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information. Notice of E-Verify Participation Right To Work poster Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Cognizant EEO Policy