Workday Finance Architect

Role Title: Workday Finance ArchitectLocation: Europe/UK (any)INTRODUCTIONDo you get excited when guiding organizations on the transformation of their finance 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.

Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.

We’re ready if you are.DEPARTMENT INTRODUCTIONThe 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 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 specific trainings for your architect 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 CEOWhat We Offer:Innovative large scale Workday projectsA global network of talented and passionate colleaguesChallenging work for some of the world's largest companiesExtensive education programs and development opportunitiesVolunteering and career opportunities around the worldA diverse and socially active workforceFlexible working hours and opportunity to work from homeFriendly and social work environmentAbility to craft your career based on your own aspirations.As a Workday Finance Architect: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 ERP solutions that put organizations on the fast track to a better way to work.As the senior design authority on our largest Workday Financials transformations, you will own the end-to-end solution architecture across the full Financials footprint.In this role, you will help our clients get the most value out of their Workday investment by:Owning the overall Workday Financials solution architecture across one or more large-scale, multi-country engagements, ensuring design coherence across the Financial Data Model, accounting and reportingSetting the design standards for the programme and acting as the escalation and design-authority point for consultants and clients alikeActing as the primary design authority for financials-related functionality within WorkdayAnalysing complex business requirements and translating them into robust, scalable Workday Financials solutionsDefining and governing the solution design for Workday Financials modules such as the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets and Financial ReportingEnsuring adherence to financial regulations and internal controls across the designEstablishing design standards and leading practices for the programme and its delivery teamsIdentifying opportunities for continuous improvement and system optimisationDirecting the implementation and enhancement of Workday Financials solutions for end clientsManaging and guiding multi-disciplinary teams of Workday Financials, Integration and Data consultantsActive involvement in (pre-)sales activities to shape the right offering for our prospective clients#LI-EUWe are looking for experience in the following skills:Several full-cycle Workday Financials implementations, owning solution design end-to-endA strong finance transformation track recordDeep expertise across Workday Financials (Record-to-Report, Procure-to-Pay, Contracts-to-Cash), including solution design and reportingA design-authority / architecture background, able to define and govern Workday Financials design standards across large programmesFamiliarity with accounting principles, financial processes and compliance requirementsBachelor's degree or equivalentFluency in EnglishAbility to meet client travel requirements as needed, and efficiently manage virtual teams and client interactionsExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirementsArtificial Intelligence and the future of Workday delivery:Accenture is embedding Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI across the Workday delivery lifecycle, and this role sits at the centre of that shift.

As a Financials Solution Architect you will have the opportunity to:Shape solution architectures that make use of Workday's native AI and machine-learning capabilities to drive smarter finance processesApply Accenture's GenAI-enabled accelerators to speed up design, testing and documentationHelp clients identify where AI can create measurable value across their finance functionContribute to Accenture's growing library of AI-powered Workday assets and leading practicesSet yourself apart:Experience in ERP and/or Workday Financials, including in a solution architecture or design-authority roleWorkday Finance certification(s)Experience in Workday Adaptive PlanningExperience leading diverse teams onshore, nearshore and offshoreFluency in another European languageWhat’s in it for youAt Accenture in addition to a competitive base salary, we offer some great additional employee benefits like a permanent contract, individual performance bonus, laptop, smartphone, flexible benefits and flexible working hours depending on location.About AccentureAccenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services.

We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries — powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. xwzovoh

With 800.000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises.

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