Workday Finance-Accounting Systems Manager
$113,000–$153,000 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States or Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Lead the administration, configuration, and governance of Workday Finance, including security and business process frameworks. Serve as the primary subject matter expert for General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, and Financial Close. Manage a team of Accounting Systems Analysts by setting expectations, providing feedback, and conducting performance reviews. Partner with stakeholders to analyze business problems, gather requirements, and deliver scalable Workday Finance solutions. Oversee system upgrades, bi-annual releases, new module implementations, and integrations, including regression testing and change communication. Ensure standard operating procedures, user guides, and workflows are created and maintained while supporting data governance processes.
Required Qualifications
- Strong understanding of Workday Finance configuration, including business process design, security roles, and reporting
- Deep knowledge of accounting processes including GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, and financial close cycles
- Familiarity with system integrations, API concepts, ETL processes, and change management practices
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on continuous improvement
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams across both business and technical roles
- Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting priorities while meeting deadlines and producing meaningful deliverables
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, information systems, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or Financial Systems roles
- Direct experience with Workday Finance in a systems configuration, or functional analyst capacity
- Experience with ERP or financial systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
- Familiarity with financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and core accounting principles
- Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership
Desired Qualifications
- Workday certification or direct experience with Workday Financials modules (e.g., Accounting Center, Financial Accounting, Procurement)
- Prior involvement in ERP implementations or large-scale financial systems projects
- Prior management experience, preferably in a remote environment
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent accounting certification
- Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks
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