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Workday, Inc. Account Executive - FINS Customer Base LE in Seattle, Washington
Your work days are brighter here.
At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That's why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don't need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.
About the Team
Would you like to have the opportunity to join one of the most creative companies in the software industry, focussing on the Office of the CFO? If you understand how the future finance function can drive greater business value and can translate business strategy into an enabling change strategy, this is the role for you
About the Role
As a Customer Base Financials Account Executive, you will lead business development, selling to prospective key accounts. Your recent success in selling cloud-based Financial applications and products to an enterprise customer base is a strong sign you're an excellent prospect for this role. Role & Responsibilities Ability to drive a complex sale, operate respectfully in a team selling environment, and have strong project management skills. If you have a stellar sales track record capitalizing on strategic accounts, are a self-starter, and love working in a dynamic environment, then Workday is the place for you. Initiates and runs sales cycles, maximizing Workday Financial products suite including Accounting, Planning, Analytics, Payroll, and Expense Management. You will lead the sales process, negotiations, customer agreements, and closing plans with customers. You will use your experience and consultative selling skills to initiate long-standing relationships with prospective customers at the executive-level. You will use your extensive experience within Financials and ERP to help drive demand for Cloud Financial Management in the marketplace. You will employ your consultative selling skills to successfully position Workday as a viable alternative to legacy ERP Financial solutions. Coordinates, collaborates, and provides direction to various extended team members and sales/services resources. With a laugh or two thrown in!
About You
Basic Qualifications •8+ years of professional experience in software sales, including experience in a team selling environment. •5+ years of experience selling SaaS/Cloud based ERP, Financial, Planning, or Analytics solutions to C-levels within enterprise accounts. •5+ years experience working within finance and/or with finance executives. •Experience negotiating deals with a variety of C-Suite Executives to close opportunities •Experience with building relationships with existing customers for add-on or incremental business •Experience in developing long-term account strategies with existing customers Other Qualifications •Experience with managing longer deal cycles beyond 6 months, with large deal sizes •Understanding of the the strategic competitive landscape of the industry by staying up to date with trends and customer needs so you can effectively position Workday solutions within accounts •Experience leveraging and partnering w