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WorkDay Specialist

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration or related fields
  • 5+ years of experience with Workday HR and Finance modules
  • Expertise in Workday configuration and integrations
  • Experience with data migration and system testing
  • Familiarity with Workday security administration
  • Workday certification(s) in relevant modules preferred

Requirements:

  • Configuration, support, and optimization of Workday modules
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements
  • Design and maintain integrations
  • Provide end-user training and support
  • Ensure data integrity and compliance
  • Support Workday release management
  • Lead multiple Workday implementations

Job description

Position Summary

The Workday IT Specialist for HR and Finance Modules is responsible for the configuration, support, and optimization of Workday’s Human Resources and Finance modules. This role partners with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure the effective use of Workday solutions, drive process improvements, and resolve technical issues.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Configure, maintain, and support Workday HR and Finance modules, including Core HCM, Recruiting, Benefits, Financial Accounting, Procurement, and Expenses. 
  • Collaborate with HR and Finance business units, IT, and external vendors to gather requirements, design solutions, resolve technical issues, and implement system enhancements.
  • Design, develop, and maintain integrations between Workday and internal/external systems.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
  • Provide end-user training and support for HR and Finance teams.
  • Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong understanding of HR and Finance business processes - including hire, benefits, recruiting, general ledger, procurement, and expense management.
  • Support Workday release management, including testing new features and coordinating updates.
  • Lead and/or support multiple full-cycle Workday implementations or major module rollouts.
  • Expertise in Workday configuration, advanced reporting (including calculated fields and custom reports), and integrations (EIB, Studio, Core Connectors, and third-party middleware).

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree -  Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related fields.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting and administering Workday HR and Finance modules in a medium to large enterprise environment.  
  • Demonstrated expertise in Workday configuration, advanced reporting (including calculated fields and custom reports), and integrations (EIB, Studio, Core Connectors, and third-party middleware).
  • Proven track record of leading or supporting multiple full-cycle Workday implementations or major module rollouts.
  • Strong understanding of HR and Finance business processes, including hire, benefits, recruiting, general ledger, procurement, and expense management.
  • Experience with data migration, data validation, and system testing in Workday environments.
  • Familiarity with Workday security administration, business process frameworks, and audit controls.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
  • Workday certification(s) in relevant modules preferred.

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