Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Workday Financials Lead
Primary Location : REMOTE
Position Type : Direct hire
Overview
TalentFish is casting a line for a Workday Financials Lead. This is a remote direct hire role .
The reason this position exists is to support and optimize the Workday Financials Management platform across a global organization, ensuring it aligns with business goals and drives efficiency in finance operations. Workday Certifications are highly desired.
What You Bring to the Role (Ideal Experience)
2-5 years of hands-on experience building solutions with the Workday Financials Management platform in a global environment.
Proficiency in Workday Core Financials , Procurement , Strategic Sourcing , Adaptive Planning , Expenses , Projects , and Reporting .
Familiarity with Workday integration solutions , including both direct integrations and those via middleware.
Exposure to Workday Extend and Accounting Center is a plus.
Strong knowledge of key finance business processes, reporting requirements, and global finance challenges.
Proven experience developing technology solutions based on business needs.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Intermediate proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite .
Strong organizational skills, with a track record of meeting tight deadlines.
Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
What You'll Do (Skills Used in this Position)
Develop deep expertise in the current Workday Financial Management implementation and its global usage.
Build and maintain trust-based relationships with finance leaders across the organization.
Understand key financial business objectives and align them with Workday capabilities.
Identify system opportunities and risks, translating them into actionable technology initiatives.
Present and align an actionable roadmap with Finance and IT stakeholders.
Define and document business requirements and recommend suitable Workday solutions.
Lead the planning and execution of upcoming Workday initiatives in collaboration with the Program Management Lead.
Own and lead the delivery of in-flight functional enhancements.
Communicate technology and capability challenges proactively, focusing on solutions.
Investigate and troubleshoot Workday application issues, partnering with internal teams and Workday support.
Guide Workday configuration and interface integrations with finance and corporate systems.
Ensure compliance and assess risk across financial systems and processes.
Compensation Information
The expected salary range for this position is $125,000.00 - $180,000.00 , depending on experience and qualifications. This role also offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan , and paid time off . TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided complies with applicable state and federal regulations.
This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.
All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.
About TalentFish
TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible.
At TalentFish, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer ; we embrace and encourage diversity!
Workday Lead • Chicago, IL, US