Workday Accounts Payable Subject Matter Expert Consultant
Client needs an experienced Workday Accounts Payable Lead to ensure that the Workday implementation/system is successfully implemented and utilized effectively within the organization. The candidate must have Workday AP Experience, no exceptions. It is strongly desired that the candidate have Healthcare experience. This role involves deep expertise in specific Workday AP functionalities, and the... Lead serves as a trusted advisor for best practices, implementation, and ongoing support. The Project is scheduled to be for 18 to 24 months and includes HRIS (Human Resource Information System) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Management). The candidate must have experience in: Configuration experience with Supplier and Suppliers (AP/Master file), Business process design, Healthcare and OCR Leading the AP team, assess risks and drive Workday consultants. Job Responsibilities: 1. Expert Knowledge Deep Understanding: Maintain a thorough understanding of Workday modules, functionalities, and features relevant to the Finance organization. Industry Trends: Familiarity with industry best practices for leveraging HR and financial systems effectively. 2. Consultation and Guidance Advisory Role: Provide insights and recommendations to stakeholders regarding Workday configurations, processes, and optimizations. Requirements Analysis: Collaborate with business units to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring they align with Workday capabilities. 3. Implementation Support Configuration Assistance: Assist in the configuration of Workday modules, ensuring that they meet business needs. Testing: Support the testing process by developing test scripts, participating in user acceptance testing (UAT), and validating results. 4. Training and Development User Training: Develop and deliver training materials and sessions for end-users, ensuring they are equipped to use Workday effectively. Knowledge Transfer: Share knowledge and expertise with team members and other stakeholders to build internal capability. 5. Change Management Support Change Initiatives: Help manage the change process by communicating the benefits of Workday and addressing user concerns or resistance. Feedback Mechanism: Gather feedback from users to identify pain points and areas for improvement. 6. Documentation Process Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including user guides, training materials, and process maps. Best Practices: Document and share best practices for using Workday within the organization. 7. Continuous Improvement Optimization: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within Workday. Upgrade Support: Assist in planning and implementing system upgrades or enhancements, ensuring that new features are effectively utilized. 8. Troubleshooting and Support Issue Resolution: Act as a point of escalation for complex issues that arise, providing expertise to resolve them efficiently. Ongoing Support: Provide continuous support to users post-implementation, ensuring smooth operation and addressing any ongoing questions or concerns. 9. Collaboration Cross-Functional Work: Collaborate with IT, finance, and other departments to ensure alignment and integration of Workday with other systems and processes. Vendor Liaison: Serve as a liaison between the organization and Workday or implementation partners for ongoing support and updates. The candidate must: Have Healthcare Experience Understand Workday ERP particularly when it comes to the implementation of these various areas. Proven Track Record: Experience managing large-scale projects. Previous experience with at least 10 years of experience as a Finance Subject Matter Lead Hands-on experience with Workday Grants implementations, including managing or participating in at least 3 full-cycle Workday deployment (from planning to go-live). Bachelors Degree: A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred. Certifications in specific Workday modules (e.g., Workday Grants) are crucial. These certifications demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Workday functionalities. Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Workday's technical aspects, including reporting, integrations, and security configurations. U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: From $100.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Application Question(s): List the positions where you were the Workday Accounts Payable Lead or Workday Finance Lead (REQUIRED) Experience: Workday Accounts Payable Lead: 5 years (Required) Workday Implementations: 5 years (Required) Work Location: Remote Apply Job!