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Workday Adaptive Planning – Financial Modeling Consultant

ForecastIQ Partners·Finance
Remote (US)$112/hr · W-2 or 10996 months40 hrs/weekStarts Feb 15, 2027

At a glance

Rate
$112/hrW-2 or 1099 through Contractor's own entity or designated agency
Classification
Either W-2 or 1099
Duration
6 monthsPossibility based on project roadmap
Contract-to-hire
Possible
Hours
40 hrs/week9am–3pm CT
Location
Remote (US)No travel
Start
Feb 15, 2027
Experience
4+ years
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Work authorization
US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B Visa
Reports to
Delivery Lead, ForecastIQ Partners
Team
Finance Systems · 6 people

The engagement

ForecastIQ Partners is seeking a skilled Financial Modeling Consultant to lead the implementation of driver-based P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow models within Workday Adaptive Planning. This engagement plays a critical role in streamlining financial planning processes and ensuring automated data integrity for our finance clients. You will work directly with stakeholders to bridge the gap between complex business requirements and robust technical configurations.

Scope & deliverables

  • Complete configuration workbook and design documentation
  • Integrated driver-based P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow model
  • Documented SIT/UAT test results and resolution logs
  • Go-live transition plan and hypercare support documentation
Month 1Completion of design workshops and initial model configuration framework
Month 2Finalization of driver-based P&L and opex planning components
Month 3Implementation of balance sheet and cash flow planning modules
Month 4Completion of data integrations and initial SIT testing cycles
Month 5Full UAT execution and defect remediation
Month 6System go-live, cutover, and completion of hypercare period

What you'll do

  • Facilitate design workshops to translate complex finance requirements into Adaptive Planning configurations
  • Develop and iterate on driver-based models, including revenue, opex, and headcount-linked cost planning
  • Design and implement integrated workflows for actuals data from Workday Financials
  • Prepare and execute comprehensive test scenarios for SIT and UAT, ensuring all defects are resolved
  • Produce high-quality configuration workbooks, design documentation, and audit-ready process flows
  • Provide hypercare support, including month-end close assistance and real-time issue triage

Qualifications

Must have

  • 4+ years of hands-on experience with Workday Adaptive Planning and driver-based modeling
  • Proven track record of delivering at least two full-lifecycle financial planning implementations
  • Deep working knowledge of balance sheet planning, cash flow forecasting, and system integrations
  • Solid understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and corporate financial close processes
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field

Nice to have

  • Active Workday Adaptive Planning certifications
  • CPA license or significant prior accounting/audit background
  • Industry-specific experience aligned with client business sectors
Adaptive PlanningDriver-Based ModelingBalance Sheet PlanningCash FlowIntegrations
You'll thrive here if… You are a proactive, detail-oriented consultant who thrives in remote environments and excels at translating complex financial requirements into scalable technical solutions while maintaining strong relationships with finance leadership.

Pay & terms

Rate
$112/hr
W-2 or 1099 through Contractor's own entity or designated agency
Overtime
Pre-approved at standard hourly rate
Payment
Net 30

Good to know

  • Consultant uses own hardware
  • Reimbursable per company policy
  • Flexible remote working environment
  • Opportunity to work with high-growth finance teams
  • Professional development through complex implementation exposure

Hiring process

  1. 1Initial screening30 min
  2. 2Technical case study1 hr, video
  3. 3Stakeholder review45 min

Typical timeline: 3 weeks from application to offer

How to apply: Resume. Applications close Jan 31, 2027.

The rate above ($112/hr) is what this engagement pays on a Either W-2 or 1099 basis.

ForecastIQ Partners is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Workday Adaptive Planning – Financial Modeling Consultant$112/hr · W-2 or 1099 · 6 months

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