Job Title
EPM Consultant (Workday Adaptive)
Base Location
London, with a network of 20 offices across the UK
Overview
KPMG’s Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) practice delivers content‑led, tech‑enabled decision‑improvement solutions focused on planning, reporting, and performance analytics. We are expanding our Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting team and need a consultant who can lead Workday Adaptive Planning projects and develop internal capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead end‑to‑end Workday Adaptive Planning implementation projects or key sub‑workstreams, managing the full lifecycle from design to deployment.
* Manage client relationships, project risks, resources, and quality assurance to ensure high‑quality deliverables on schedule.
* Deliver industry‑focused EPM technology and data designs across corporate, financial services, infrastructure, government, and healthcare clients.
* Support the growth of our Workday Adaptive Planning capability through asset development, recruitment, and upskilling.
* Own deliverables and manage workstreams in client engagements, business development, and practice development initiatives.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders, internal teams, and external partners.
* Participate in business development activities, including responding to RFPs and supporting proposal development.
Required Experience & Skills
* Extensive experience leading and supporting Workday Adaptive Planning implementations (minimum 2 full implementations).
* Proficiency in designing, building, and testing models/reports in the Workday Adaptive Finance functional area.
* Knowledge of planning versions, model sheets, cube sheets, shared formulas, Office Connect reports, and dashboards.
* Experience in technology solution architecture design, data modelling, and reporting solutions for finance functions.
* Strong project management skills, including organization, prioritization, and risk mitigation.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to lead teams and coach junior members.
* Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word; Visio desirable.
* Relevant finance qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent) or equivalent experience.
* Workday Adaptive Planning Certification or analogous reporting certification preferred.
Additional Attributes
* Business‑development mindset with an ability to support partners and directors in driving new business.
* Commitment to practice development, contributing to strategic asset creation and market expansion.
* People development focus: coaching, training, and fostering a positive, collaborative team culture.
* Willingness to travel to client sites within the UK as required.
Working Hours & Flexibility
With 20 sites across the UK, we offer flexible arrangements: office, home, flexible hours, or part‑time options. Discuss your needs with our recruitment team.
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