Workday Associate Consultant

Join us on a journey of endless possibilities

At Strada, possibility isn’t just a promise – it’s the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact.

With the support, resources, and opportunities we provide, you’ll build a fulfilling future – working on meaningful projects that span industries and regions, contributing to outcomes that matter.

Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology – helping organizations grow and enabling workforces to perform at their best.

Learn more at www.stradaglobal.com

THE ROLE

Workday Associate Consultant

Job Summary                                                    

Responsible for ensuring timely and quality execution of client deliverables and consulting with clients on Workday projects independently. Develops solutions to complex requirements/projects across multiple domains or clients. Serve as Subject Matter Expert in functional area of expertise and consults on complex projects within a domain.

(REQUIREMENTS)

• Supported by a Lead or Independently consults with external clients and participates in all stages of the Workday project lifecycle, from planning and design phases through testing and deployment for Workday Financials application by developing solutions to complex problems/projects across multiple domains or clients.                                                                                                     
• Integrates with other areas across Strada and functions to provide a complete solution.                          
• Consults on impact of decisions to operating post-implementation and downstream systems.             
• Manages work to project scope, timeline, risk and budget.  Coordinates with others when applicable.                                                      
• Listens to client request, assesses actual client need, provides subjective matter expertise, proposes alternatives, and recommends solution(s).            
• Frequently discusses, and can articulate to clients, lessons learned from previous client experience, Workday best practices as well as Strada Point of View.
• Manages client expectations.                                                            
• Proactively identifies trouble spots for client and recommends solutions.                                                      
• Significantly contributes to the development of internal resources.
• Participates in internal business initiatives to assist the organization in building our Strada brand and collateral, including but not limited to internal domain groups, chats and training.          
• Participates in building the Strada Brand by participating in Workday ecosystem product groups/chats and contributes advanced thinking and sharing of ideas within the ecosystem.                    
• Becomes an expert in the Workday product suite with a broad-based knowledge of human capital management or financials, while also being able to architect solutions within specific area(s)
• Serves as Subject Matter Expert in functional/technical area.                                              
• Uses strong presentation, communication, listening and consultative skills to drive discussions. 

Knowledge, Education, Certification, Skills & Technical Proficiencies

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in technical, business, or financial discipline                                                
• Workday certification at the time of hire as well as on-going successful re-certification is a requirement of the role                                                       
• Proven consultative skills to guide client and internal discussions to agreement of solutions in a timely manner                                                       
• Experience implementing complex, practical business solutions under multiple deadlines      
• Ability to be effectively and actively engaged on multiple, concurrent projects                                            
• Able to prioritize and organize increasingly complex work to ensure overall timeliness and quality standards                                         
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to adapt to frequent change                                                              
• Demonstrate experience with Excel and PowerPoint                                               
• Excellent communication skills as well as receptive listening skills, with the ability to present complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences                                                                                          
• Demonstrated commitment and achievement to delivery excellence and client satisfaction                   
• Proven experience demonstrating initiative and curiosity to build skills in other areas by leveraging available trainings and Workday documentation
• Proven and successful experience building partnership and providing high-quality service and solutions
• Team player able to work with virtual and global teams.

Work Experience  

• 3-4 years relevant work experience required
• 8 + years of overall experience                                         
• Workday experience will be preferred                                           
• Previous consulting experience preferred either as an internal consultant or with a consulting / software organization in another ERP application (e.g. PeopleSoft)                                                                     
• Deep knowledge of specific domain(s). 
• Preferred areas include:                                                     
• Workday Financials – Record to Report, Contract to Cash, Procure to Pay

At Strada, our values guide everything we do:

• Anticipate Customer Needs – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed.
• Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right.
• Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more.
• Empower Each Other to Solve Problems – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions.
• Care About Our Work – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right.

Benefits

At Strada, we support your whole self—offering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more.

All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You’ll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success.

Diversity Policy Statement

Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada.

Please note: This job description does not limit Strada’s right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units.