Workday Senior Finance Lead, Technology Transformation

Workday Senior Finance Lead, Technology Transformation Overview

This role sits within Deloitte’s Technology & Transformation business and focuses on Workday finance transformation work. The team is part of the Enterprise Applications service line within Consulting, where the emphasis is on providing application expertise that supports specific stages of client projects. Deloitte’s Workday Finance practice is growing quickly, and the firm is looking for experienced leaders who can help shape and deliver complex transformation programmes for clients across a wide range of industries.

The role is aimed at someone who can work with business leaders and technical specialists to design and deliver technology-enabled change that improves enterprise performance, reduces cost, and creates measurable value. The work spans the full journey from strategy and process design through to implementation and delivery, with a strong focus on simplifying complexity and helping clients achieve a strong return on their technology investment.

What you will do

• Take the lead on both advisory and delivery engagements, supporting clients from the earliest transformation discussions through to the full delivery lifecycle of Workday programmes.
• Help clients define their solution architecture and design end-to-end processes that are enabled by Workday technology.
• Guide the functional design, prototyping, and process design stages of Workday implementations.
• Work with clients to identify issues in business processes, technology, and integrations, then recommend suitable solutions.
• Contribute to projects that help clients reduce operating cost while improving innovation and enterprise capability.
• Work closely with business stakeholders and technical teams to translate complex transformation needs into practical outcomes.
• Support the continued growth of Deloitte’s Workday consulting capability and help strengthen the finance practice.
• Plan and deliver the team’s work, making sure scope, outputs, and deliverables are managed effectively.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and stakeholder management.
• Recognise and manage delivery risk in ERP programmes.
• Support an inclusive team culture and help develop colleagues through both formal and informal coaching and support.

What you need

• Experience in ERP, EPM, and cloud computing, including knowledge of storage, platforms, and data.
• Relevant experience in finance technology or a similar field.
• Ability to turn business requirements into detailed system, application, or process designs that cover both functional and non-functional needs.
• Good understanding of Workday transactional data flows, along with the ability to support data migration work.
• Experience designing and implementing ERP systems.
• Professional certification in Workday Finance, FDM, and Engagement Manager.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage scope and deliverables for a team.
• Experience managing stakeholders and building strong client relationships through effective communication.
• Understanding of risk in ERP delivery projects.
• Ability to work well in an inclusive team and help develop others.
• At least four end-to-end Workday implementations.

Additional experience that would be useful

• Knowledge of modern automation approaches, continuous integration and deployment, and cloud delivery models.
• Confidence discussing technical topics with business audiences and business topics with technical audiences.
• Ability to explain complex ideas in simple language so they are accessible to wider audiences.
• Skill in creating a persuasive message and adapting it to different audiences.
• Business domain or industry knowledge.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including teams and clients spread across different locations.
• Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills across functions.
• Excellent presentation skills, especially when translating business requirements into information models.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Leadership and self-direction.
• Background in consulting or professional services.

Team and business context

Deloitte describes its Workday Finance team as part of a fast-growing practice with a strong relationship with Workday and recognition for its work across many clients and industries. The wider Technology & Transformation business focuses on distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation, and collaborative delivery. The Enterprise, Technology and Performance area supports clients seeking to get the most value from digital transformation investments in finance, supply chain, and IT operations by combining strategy, process design, and technology enablement.

The role also sits within a culture that emphasises shared values such as leading the way, acting with integrity, supporting one another, fostering inclusion, and collaborating to create measurable impact. Deloitte highlights that it wants people who bring different strengths, perspectives, and personalities, and it aims to create an environment where people feel supported, heard, and able to contribute meaningfully.

Working arrangements

You will be based in one of Deloitte’s UK offices and work under a hybrid model. Depending on the needs of the role, you may work from the office, client sites, virtual collaboration spaces, and remotely. The firm says it supports flexible ways of working, both formal and informal, where this helps achieve the best outcomes for people and clients. You are advised to check with the recruiter for the specific working requirements that apply to the role.

Development and culture

Deloitte says it is committed to helping people grow through challenging work, collaboration, and access to world-class development. The organisation aims to provide an environment where people can be themselves, feel included, and continue building both technical and personal skills. The firm also stresses wellbeing and says it wants people to be able to do their best work in a supportive setting.

Colleagues in the Workday Finance team describe the group as supportive, close-knit, and a place where people can grow professionally and personally while working on interesting global client projects. The team also mentions that it offers social activities that help maintain a healthy work-life balance.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply through Deloitte’s careers process for this vacancy. The page also directs applicants to Deloitte’s careers site for more information about the firm, its people, and its culture.

Other important information

Deloitte includes a notice about personal independence requirements. Because of audit regulations, some employees may face restrictions on financial interests and certain employment relationships with audit clients. The recruitment team can provide more detail during the hiring process, and candidates may also contact the Independence team if they want further information.

The listing shows the role as permanent or fixed-term contract and gives the location options as Belfast, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, and Manchester.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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