Workday Grants Consultant

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A Workday Grants Consultant typically works with organizations to implement, optimize, and support Workday’s Grants Management module. This role is often found within consulting firms, implementation partners, or as an in-house consultant at organizations using Workday.

A Workday Grants Consultant typically works with organizations to implement, optimize, and support Workday’s Grants Management module. This role is often found within consulting firms, implementation partners, or as an in-house consultant at organizations using Workday.

Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated Workday Grants Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience implementing and configuring the Workday Grants Management module, along with a deep understanding of financial systems and grants management processes. You will work closely with clients to understand their needs, provide tailored solutions, and ensure successful deployment and adoption.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Lead or assist in the implementation of Workday Grants Management, including requirements gathering, system configuration, testing, and deployment.

  
  
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  Collaborate with clients to understand their business processes, financial workflows, and grants management lifecycle.

  
  
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  Provide expert guidance on Workday capabilities and best practices.

  
  
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  Develop and execute detailed project plans and timelines.

  
  
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  Configure Workday Grants Management to align with client needs, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

  
  
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  Conduct training sessions and workshops for end-users and stakeholders.

  
  
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  Troubleshoot and resolve issues during and after implementation.

  
  
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  Support post-go-live operations and provide ongoing system enhancements.

  
  
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  Document business requirements, functional specifications, and user guides.

  
  
  

  Qualifications:

  
  
  
  
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    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.

    
    
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    3+ years of experience with Workday Financials, specifically Workday Grants Management.

    
    
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    Strong understanding of grants management lifecycle, fund management, and financial reporting.

    
    
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    Experience with Workday implementation projects or as a Workday functional consultant.

    
    
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    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

    
    
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    Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.

    
    
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    Workday certification in Financials or Grants Management (preferred).

    
    
    

    Preferred Skills:

    
    
    
    
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      Experience working in higher education, nonprofit organizations, or research institutions.

      
      
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      Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).

      
      
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      Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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