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Workday Financials Project Manager

VC5 Consulting
Chicago, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/23/2026

This role involves leading the end-to-end implementation of Workday Financials, from planning through deployment. You will manage project plans and budgets while serving as the central contact for stakeholders. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure user adoption and effective change management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end implementation of Workday Financials, ensuring all phases from planning to deployment are executed effectively.
  • Manage project plans and budgets, serving as the primary contact for stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
  • Direct integration and data migration workstreams, ensuring compliance is embedded in the solution design.
  • Facilitate change management activities and lead testing initiatives to support user adoption and training.
  • Coordinate cutover planning and go-live execution, maintaining risk and issue processes throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications:

  • At least 2–3 years of direct project experience with Workday Financials, demonstrating hands-on implementation skills.
  • A solid understanding of core financial processes, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, cash management, and procurement.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, showcasing strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for engaging with stakeholders and team members.

Additional Details:

  • Location: Chicago, IL 60611

This is a unique opportunity to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, acquisition-driven environment, playing a key role in significant financial systems transformation. If you are passionate about driving user adoption and collaborating with cross-functional teams, we invite you to apply.


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