Adaptive Associate Consultant

Job Description Join us on a journey of endless possibilities At Strada, possibility isn't just a promise it's the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact. With the support, resources, and opportunities we provide, you'll build a fulfilling future working on meaningful projects that span industries and regions, contributing to outcomes that matter. Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology helping organizations grow and enabling workforces to perform at their best. Learn more at www.stradaglobal.com THE ROLE Adaptive Planning consultant Job Description Summary Primarily responsible to provide consultation and implementation of Workday Adaptive Planning to our customer. Be Subject Matter Expert in FP&A practice in an industry and on the use of planning application to support organization planning calculation and modelling. Provide presales support of Workday Adaptive Planning. Job Description - Independently consults with external clients and participates in all stages of the project lifecycle, from planning and design phases through testing and deployment for Workday Adaptive Planning and Workday Financials application by developing solutions to complex problems/projects across multiple domains or clients. - Effectively leads small to large client deliverables from start to finish across multiple, concurrent projects utilizing Strada's quality standards and consulting methodology. - Integrates with other areas across Strada and functions to provide a complete solution. - Consults on impact of decisions to operating post-implementation and downstream systems. - Manages self and team member(s) work to project scope, timeline, risk and budget. Coordinates with others when applicable. - Listens to client request, assesses actual client need, provides subjective matter expertise, proposes alternatives, and recommends solution(s). Depending on scope of project, may coach team members to execute same. - Frequently discusses, and can articulate to clients, lessons learned from previous client experience, Workday best practices as well as Strada's Point of View. Depending on scope of project, may coach team members to execute same. - Manages client expectations. - Proactively identifies trouble spots for client and recommends solutions. - Significantly contributes to the development of internal resources via mentoring, coaching, and directing work. - Becomes an expert in the Workday product suite with a broad-based knowledge of human capital management or financial planning, while also being able to architect solutions within specific area(s). - Participates in and may lead internal business initiatives to assist the organization in building our Strada brand and collateral, including but not limited to internal domain groups, chats and training. - Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and champions project methodology and Strada best practices. - Participates in building the Strada Brand by participating in Workday ecosystem product groups/chats and contributes advanced thinking and sharing of ideas within the ecosystem. - Develops working relationships with other members of project team and management as well as external clients. Shares knowledge and information through regular communications and facilitation. - Uses strong presentation, communication, listening and consultative skills to guide and drive discussions. - Participates in client sales meetings, assisting with collateral creation where needed. Additional Job Description - Develops solutions to complex problems/projects across multiple domains for client. - Provides a proactive interface between the external clients and the internal staff to ensure effective coordination and delivery of Workday projects - Directs the work of others aligned to the client to meet client and deal model needs - Creates work estimates and solutions. Education ACCA, ICWA or CMA MBA, M Com At Strada, Our Values Guide Everything We Do - Anticipate Customer Needs We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed. - Own the Outcome We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right. - Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more. - Empower Each Other to Solve Problems We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions. - Care About Our Work We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right. Benefits At Strada, we support your whole selfoffering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more. All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You'll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success. Diversity Policy Statement Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter. Authorization to work in the Employing Country To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada. Please note: This job description does not limit Strada's right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers. We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units.