Cognizant

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The Workday Reporting & Analytics Consulting Services Manager should be a “go to” practice leader, expected to provide expert guidance to the Consulting management team and their subsequent project team members. You will “bridge the gap” between the business and technical teams by solving complex Workday intersystem problems. You will guide clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday implementation. This individual will assist the sales team with sales activities, such as orals, estimations, and Statements of Work (SOWs). This person will assist in identifying business needs and ensuring that the work/life balance of our consultants is monitored while on projects. Responsibilities: • Execute the day-to-day activities of a Workday Reporting and Prism Analytics Consultant • Serve as a Workday Reporting/Prism expert with deep knowledge of current functionality, design concepts, touchpoints with relevant functional areas and in consideration of future product direction • Helps others by driving, organizing, and completing tasks within the Workday Reporting & Analytics practice to drive efficient completion and achieve project goals. Project Oversight: • Oversight responsibility for Workday Reporting and Prism projects across the practice • Oversee and assist engagement/project managers and team members when needed to identify project needs, reduce risk and develop solutions and strategies Sales Support: • Support the RFP response and pursuit process for Consulting work • Support business development activities such as identification, proposal development, orals and other pursuit activities Project Work: • Serve as an expert in Workday Reporting and Analytics tools • Guide the customer through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions based on best practices and an understanding of the customer’s 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 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. • Willingness to take a leadership position on a project, or as a Cognizant or Workday Reporting product Partner Lead and/or DA Reviewer. • Display your hands-on expertise of the software, 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 • Act as a mentor to fellow consultants and analysts, including providing support for shadow assignments. Practice Development: • Support internal initiatives that lead to new product offerings, project efficiencies, and/or better client satisfaction • Partner with other consultants and leaders to provide input on innovative ideas, practice needs, and future development Skills & Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent HRIT experience • 5+ years of Workday implementation experience and/or post-production support • 5+ years of Workday Reporting experience across multiple projects • 3+ years of Workday Prism experience across multiple projects • Project leadership in support of overall direction and delivery of analytic solutions • Experience gathering requirements, designing, prototyping, testing and deploying solutions to meet customer requirements • Subject Matter Expertise in reporting including developing complex reports, layouts, and analytics for business purposes. • Required characteristics: fast learner, detail oriented, decisive, and enjoys fast-paced work environments • Must work well within and across teams to get things accomplished • Possess sales engagement experience estimating and presenting to prospects Salary and Other Compensation Applications will be accepted until 04/7/2026 The annual salary for this position is between USD $169,769 - USD $212,441 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program , based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off • 401(k) plan and contributions • Long-term/Short-term Disability • Paid Parental Leave • Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Why choose 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 other’s 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 what’s 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.