ETHOS - Talent & Advisory · 8 hours ago
Workday Implementation Project Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
8+ years expETHOS - Talent & Advisory is seeking a Senior ERP Implementation Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and implementation of a new Workday enterprise resource planning solution. This high-impact role will be crucial in shaping scalable systems and workflows that support long-term business growth and operational excellence.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Architect and lead the ERP implementation from discovery through post-implementation support, following a phased rollout strategy
Develop and manage project scope, timelines, and budgets covering all phases: discovery, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and training
Apply formal risk management methodologies and embed them into communication and reporting processes
Gather and document comprehensive functional, technical, and configuration requirements
Conduct needs assessments, system inventories, and report on barriers and recommendations for resolution
Oversee all testing phases including functional, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
Ensure development of complete technical documentation, including configuration specifications, process guides, impact assessments, and policy materials
Provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and milestones to stakeholders and the Executive Steering Committee
Identify and document current-state ('as-is') and future-state ('to-be') business processes using standard modeling techniques (e.g., swim-lane diagrams, activity diagrams, workflows)
Lead the development of standardized policies, procedures, and IT/ERP best practices aligned with organizational objectives
Design and establish methodologies for system testing and issue resolution
Support ERP vendor evaluation and selection process
Collaborate closely with ERP implementation partners to ensure successful planning, testing, and rollout
Coordinate internal and external discovery sessions and present findings and recommendations
Partner with Change Management stakeholders to develop rollout strategies and training programs
Assist in the creation of functional training content and end-user support tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
Minimum 8 years of experience managing large-scale, complex IT projects
At least 2 years of hands-on experience collaborating with finance teams and accounting systems
Enterprise level experience implementing Professional Service Automation and Adaptive Planning
Proven success leading full-cycle ERP implementations using structured methodologies
Deep understanding of ERP systems including application layers, infrastructure, integration tools, and architecture
Strong knowledge of: Workday ERP HCM / HRIS and Finance Applications (GL, AP, AR, Billing, Revenue Management)
Financial Planning & Performance (Budgeting, Analytics, Costing)
Project Management Modules (Project Accounting, Costing, Billing)
Procurement & Vendor Management
Experience with SOC 2 security controls or related cybersecurity frameworks
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills—able to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities, timelines, and dependencies
Preferred
PMP certification
Company
ETHOS - Talent & Advisory
ETHOS - Talent & Advisory is a multifaceted talent advisory firm renowned for its comprehensive services in Executive Search, HR Consulting, Growth Strategy, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase