Workday Finance Director

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Workday

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

In Workday finance at PwC, you will focus on providing consulting services for Workday finance applications. You will analyse client requirements, implement software solutions, and offer training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of Workday finance applications. Working in this area, you will enable clients to optimise financial processes, improve financial reporting, and achieve their strategic objectives.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity
As part of the Workday Finance team you are expected to lead the creation and implementation of impactful finance initiatives. As a Director you are responsible for setting the strategic direction and leading business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. This role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping client engagements, and mentoring the future leaders, maintaining PwC's reputation for quality, integrity, and inclusion.
 

Responsibilities
- Lead creation and implementation of finance initiatives
- Set strategic direction and lead business development
- Make impactful decisions across multiple projects
- Maintain executive-level client relationships
- Drive business growth and client engagement
- Mentor and develop future leaders
- Maintain quality, integrity, and inclusion
- Foster a collaborative environment for people and technology
 

What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- 10 years of experience
- Workday Financials Certification
 

What Sets You Apart
- Master's Degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics preferred
- Workday Engagement Management/Project Management (EM/PM) certification
- Improving the delivery of finance services
- Implementing finance technologies
- Aligning finance strategy with business strategies
- Streamlining and standardizing finance policies and processes
- Managing complex Workday Financials implementations
- Improving efficiency in transaction processing and reporting
- Building and managing client relationships

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

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PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin;