Workday Record to Report Consultant

Accenture
London

Job Description

INTRODUCTION

Do you get excited when guiding organizations on the transformation of their HR 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. We’re ready if you are.

DEPARTMENT INTRODUCTION

The 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

ARE 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 specifics trainings for your functional lead 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 CEO

What We Offer:
  • Innovative large scale Workday projects
  • A global network of talented and passionate colleagues
  • Challenging work for some of the world's largest companies
  • Extensive education programs and development opportunities
  • Volunteering and career opportunities around the world
  • A diverse and socially active workforce
  • Flexible working hours and opportunity to work from home
  • Friendly and social work environment
  • Ability to craft your career based on your own aspirations.

As a Workday Record to Report Lead:

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.

In this role, you will help our clients get the most value out of their Workday investment by:
  • Lead and participate in all Workday Record-to-report implementation lifecycle phases, including requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements, translate them into Workday configurations, and provide expert advice on best practices.
  • Configure Workday modules to meet business requirements related to financial accounting, statutory reporting, and country-specific requirements during Global Financials rollouts.
  • Identify strategies, risks, and options and recommend approaches and mitigations to meet client/functional requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as finance, IT, and project management, to ensure seamless integration of Record-to-report processes with other modules and systems.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to enhance their skills and capabilities.
  • Advise clients on industry standards and leading practices
  • Demonstrate design options using prototyping
  • Understand and apply Workday and Accenture Workday Methodology
  • Provide the Project Manager with status updates and keep them apprised of the overall project status.
  • Demonstrate strong client and stakeholder management to achieve project objectives.
  • Support innovation through the creation of new industry-leading methods and assets.

You ideally have a strong finance background and have spent a couple of years on the Workday platform, either as a consultant or in a client role, owning and driving the Workday agenda.

You are motivated, solution-oriented, and able to independently find solutions. You have experience in managing and communicating with different stakeholders. You are results-oriented, and able to win others over and sell your ideas.

Qualification

We are looking for experience in the following skills:
  • Workday Financials Certification in Record-to-Report. Additional Workday Certifications are considered an advantage
  • Strong finance transformation track record
  • Experience from several full-cycle Workday implementations
  • Strong understanding of Record-to-report processes and best practices.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (Finance, Business Administration, or Information Systems
  • Fluency in English
  • Ability to meet client travel requirements as needed and efficiently manage a virtual team and client interactions
  • Thrive in a diverse, dynamic environment
  • Think analytically and effectively apply logic to solve problems
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines despite conflicting demands
  • Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements
  • Strong desire to work with clients and provide exceptional client experiences.

Set yourself apart:
  • Fluency in French
  • Workday Finance certification(s)
  • Experience in Workday Adaptive Planning

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Locations

London

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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About Accenture

We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.

We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.

At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World’s Best Workplaces™.

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Posted 2025-12-06

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