Company OverviewFocus on WD is a global specialist recruiter for Workday professionals, placing them in contract and permanent roles with leading consultancies and end users.
We’re currently working with a Workday consultancy looking for an experienced Workday Grants Lead to join their team to support multiple projects on either a full time or part time basis.
Job Details
• Position: Workday Grants Management Lead
• Rate: $120 p/h – $150 p/h
• Duration: 6 months with potential extension
• Location: Remote, US
Role Responsibilities
• Lead the configuration, deployment, and optimization of the Workday Grants Management module to meet business objectives.
• Oversee grant financials, including budgeting, tracking, reporting, and compliance workflows.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess current processes, identify gaps, and implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
• Serve as the primary liaison for module-related support, updates, and enhancement requests.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, and project management, to design, test, and deploy improvements.
• Drive system training initiatives to ensure user adoption and proficiency.
• Stay updated on Workday’s innovations and leverage them to optimize system capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial reporting standards while supporting audits and other governance initiatives.
Candidate Requirements
• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience with Workday Grants Management or similar modules.
• Proven expertise in configuring and managing Workday solutions for grant management and financial operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data insights into strategic actions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to drive collaboration and achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with a focus on delivering value through technology.
• Workday Grants Management Certification are a nice to have, but not essential.
Keywords
Workday, Grants Management, Financials, Compliance, Implementation Lead, Configuration, Budgeting, Reporting, Project Management.