Workday Principal Consultant - Time Tracking / Scheduling

Overview The Principal Consultant will bridge the gap between the business and technical teams by solving complex Workday intersystem problems. They will guide clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday HCM implementation. Responsibilities Become a Workday Time Tracking and Scheduling product expert with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation. Leverage your expertise to recommend the best solution based on the clients requirements, budget, and timeframe; with the flexibility to adapt the scope as additional needs are identified. Guide the customer through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions based on best practices and an understanding of the customers unique business requirements at all stages of the project. Regularly engage and support the client through all phases of the project, ensuring a smooth transfer from legacy systems to the Workday HCM solution. Perform multiple tasks under limited direction, while regularly keeping the client, your project team and your Engagement Manager abreast of changes or progress related to the project. Work alongside the integration team to configure and test integrations between the Workday solution and the clients selected payroll and benefits providers. Willingness to take a leadership position on a project, or as a Collaborative or WorkdayProduct Partner Lead and/or DA Reviewer. Display your hands-on expertise of the software, including loading customer data, moving configuration from tenant to tenant, and configuring business processes and security. Utilize your technical aptitude to convert and map data sources into data conversion templates via loads. Skills & Requirements Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Human Resources Management, HRIS or related field required; Certification in Workday HCM or Workday Time Tracking, 2+ years of Workday Time Tracking implementation experiences, highly desired. 2-5 years Human Resources, Payroll, or financial software experience, required. 2-5 years implementing functional solutions with ERP or SaaS software, highly desired. Experience gathering business requirements, designing and prototyping, testing and implementing practical business solutions under multiple deadlines. Demonstrated functional experience in Human Resources, Payroll, or Financials Management. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively manage customer expectations. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint programs. Why Cognizant Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas Opportunity to do great work Outreach programs that support communities and tap into your volunteer spirit Learning opportunities to help current needs and advancement Global operations, with opportunities in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific An abundance of Affinity groups to meet your needs Cognizant Core Values Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each others strengths to win as a team. Raise the Bar: We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver. Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine whats possible. Do the Right Thing: We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice. Own It: We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues, and community. Job details Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Consulting and Information Technology Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-16