Workiva Consultant

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POSITION INFO:
The Workiva Consultant is responsible for implementing, configuring, and supporting Workiva solutions to help clients streamline reporting, compliance, governance, risk, audit, ESG, and financial reporting processes. The role works closely with business stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, configure Workiva platforms, and deliver successful implementations aligned to client objectives. What you'll do: Workiva Implementation & Configuration Implement and configure Workiva solutions based on client requirements. Support the design, development, and deployment of Workiva reporting and compliance solutions. Configure workflows, templates, reports, and data integrations within the Workiva platform. Assist with system testing, validation, and deployment activities. Business Analysis & Stakeholder Engagement Gather and document business and reporting requirements. Conduct workshops and requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders. Translate business requirements into Workiva-based solutions. Provide guidance and recommendations on best practices. Reporting & Compliance Support financial, regulatory, sustainability, ESG, and governance reporting initiatives. Assist clients in improving reporting accuracy, efficiency, and auditability. Ensure data integrity and consistency across reporting processes. Data Management & Integration Support data integration activities between Workiva and source systems. Configure and maintain linked data and reporting structures. Assist with data validation and reconciliation activities. Training & Support Provide user training and knowledge transfer sessions. Support end-users during implementation and post-go-live activities. Develop user guides and process documentation. Project Delivery Participate in project planning and implementation activities. Manage project deliverables and milestones within assigned workstreams. Collaborate with project managers, technical teams, and client stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. Your Expertise: Experience working with Workiva solutions or similar reporting, compliance, GRC, or EPM platforms. Experience participating in software implementation or consulting projects. Experience gathering business requirements and working with stakeholders. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, Computer Science, or a related field. Technical Skills Preferred Workiva Experience Workiva Platform Wdata Workiva Reporting Linked Data Workiva Workflow Configuration ESG Reporting Financial Reporting SOX Compliance Internal Audit Risk & Controls Management Additional Technical Skills Excel SQL (advantageous) Data Analysis Reporting Solutions Data Integration Concepts Business Process Mapping Competencies Strong stakeholder management skills Business analysis and requirements gathering Problem-solving and analytical thinking Presentation and facilitation skills Project delivery and coordination Attention to detail Communication and documentation skills Client relationship management Preferred Industry Experience Experience in one or more of the following: Financial Services Banking Insurance Audit & Assurance Risk & Compliance ESG \/ Sustainability Reporting Consulting Services Personal Attributes Client-focused Professional and consultative approach Strong attention to detail Collaborative team player Adaptable and eager to learn Self-motivated and results-driven Nice-to-Have Experience Workiva Certification(s) ESG Frameworks (GRI, SASB, CSRD, ISSB, TCFD) Internal Audit or Risk Management experience Financial Reporting or Accounting background Project implementation experience