Huron Consulting Group

Workday Data Conversion Manager

Huron Consulting Group$145K — $170K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of consulting experience
  • 5+ years of data conversion experience on large ERP projects
  • 3+ years of hands-on Workday data conversion for HCM/Financials
  • Experience in reporting design, validation, and reconciliation related to data conversion
  • Strong understanding of Workday HCM and Financials data structures
  • Hands-on experience with Workday conversion tools
  • Experience in data mapping, reference ID management, and report-based validation
  • Active Workday Certification required

Responsibilities

  • Manage the data conversion lifecycle for Workday HCM and Financials from planning through go-live
  • Lead data mapping sessions and oversee data transformation and loading
  • Coordinate tenant builds and load sequencing in line with project timelines
  • Collaborate with functional leads to validate converted data and aid testing
  • Identify and resolve data quality issues while managing associated risks
  • Provide guidance on data readiness and conversion timelines to clients
  • Maintain thorough documentation and status reporting for conversions
  • Lead reporting design by translating stakeholder requirements into effective solutions
  • Facilitate report design sessions to ensure alignment with project goals
  • Oversee report validation to confirm data supports operational and analytical needs

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Wellness programs
  • Participation in annual incentive compensation program
Full Job Description
The Workday Data Conversion and Reporting Manager leads day-to-day data conversion and reporting activities for Workday HCM and Financials implementations. This role is hands-on and delivery-focused, responsible for planning and managing data conversion tasks, leading report design and development, and partnering with internal and external teams to ensure high-quality, report-ready data throughout the implementation lifecycle.

Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of consulting experience
  • 5+ years of overall data conversion experience, including leadership roles on large-scale ERP implementations
  • 3+ years of hands-on Workday data conversion experience, supporting HCM and/or Financials implementations
  • Proven experience supporting reporting design, validation, and reconciliation tied to data conversion efforts
  • Strong understanding of Workday HCM data structures and working knowledge of Workday Financials data
  • Hands-on experience with Workday conversion tools (Migration Recipes, Advanced Loads, EIBs, Object Transporter)
  • Experience leading data mapping, reference ID management, load sequencing, and report-based validation
  • Ability to manage dependencies across Data Conversion, Reporting, HCM, and Financials workstreams
  • Strong client-facing communication and technical leadership skills
  • Active Workday Certification required (HCM, Financials, Data Conversion, Reporting/Prism, and/or Integration)
  • Higher Education and/or Healthcare implementation experience is a plus


Key Responsibilities

Data Conversion Delivery & Readiness
  • Manage and execute the full data conversion lifecycle for Workday HCM and Financials, from planning through go-live
  • Lead data mapping sessions and oversee transformation and load activities across HCM and Financials functional areas
  • Coordinate tenant builds, conversion cycles, and load sequencing in alignment with the overall project plan
  • Partner closely with functional leads to validate converted data and support testing and remediation
  • Identify, track, and resolve data quality issues; escalate risks and dependencies as needed
  • Guide clients and internal teams on data readiness, cleansing requirements, and conversion timelines
  • Maintain conversion documentation, trackers, and status reporting


Reporting Lead, Design & Enablement
  • Lead reporting design activities by gathering and translating stakeholder reporting requirements into effective reports and dashboard solutions
  • Facilitate and participate in report design sessions, ensuring alignment with conversion decisions, functional design, and downstream analytics needs
  • Lead the development and prioritization of new dashboards, reports, and analytics
  • Oversee report-based validation and reconciliation to ensure converted data supports operational and analytical reporting
  • Guide teams on Workday reporting best practices and available platform capabilities
  • Troubleshoot report-related issues and drive resolution in partnership with functional and technical teams


The estimated base salary range for this job is $145,000 - $170,0000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron's annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron's pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $174,000 - $204,000. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron's benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future

Position Level
Manager

Country
United States of America

About Huron Consulting Group

Huron Consulting Group is a global management consulting firm offering services to the healthcare, higher education, life sciences, and commercial sectors. The company provides consulting, technology, and analytics solutions to drive operational and financial performance. Huron Consulting Group was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol HURN.
Learn more about Huron Consulting Group
Size
4,609 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$23.8 million
Founded
2018
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$871 million
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