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Workday Finance Manager
We are looking for an experienced Workday Finance Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a long-term contract position that requires expertise in Workday Financial Management to support our client’s financial operations and system optimization. The ideal candidate will play a key role in enhancing system functionality, ensuring data accuracy, and providing valuable insights through financial analytics.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the ongoing development, configuration, and security of the Workday platform, ensuring it meets organizational needs.<br>• Conduct regular system audits to guarantee data integrity and accuracy within Workday.<br>• Generate detailed reports and analytics to guide strategic business decisions.<br>• Provide leadership for departmental operations related to Workday, including system upgrades and enhancements.<br>• Evaluate current system configurations and address inquiries regarding system capabilities.<br>• Identify improvement opportunities, develop solutions, and implement new functionalities through thorough testing.<br>• Coordinate and execute system testing, including creating test plans and scenarios, along with managing user acceptance testing.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve data-related issues and inquiries efficiently.<br>• Stay informed about Workday updates and implement best practices to maximize system performance.<br>• Offer training and support to end-users, ensuring they understand and effectively utilize Workday functionalities.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with Workday Financial Management systems.<br>• Strong skills in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis.<br>• Proficiency in financial reporting and month-end close processes.<br>• Hands-on experience with Workday Planning and ERP functionalities.<br>• Demonstrated ability to manage Workday integrations and optimize system performance.<br>• Knowledge of system testing methodologies and user acceptance testing processes.<br>• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.<br>• Strong communication abilities to train and support end-users effectively.
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  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 35.63 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Workday Finance Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a long-term contract position that requires expertise in Workday Financial Management to support our client’s financial operations and system optimization. The ideal candidate will play a key role in enhancing system functionality, ensuring data accuracy, and providing valuable insights through financial analytics.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the ongoing development, configuration, and security of the Workday platform, ensuring it meets organizational needs.<br>• Conduct regular system audits to guarantee data integrity and accuracy within Workday.<br>• Generate detailed reports and analytics to guide strategic business decisions.<br>• Provide leadership for departmental operations related to Workday, including system upgrades and enhancements.<br>• Evaluate current system configurations and address inquiries regarding system capabilities.<br>• Identify improvement opportunities, develop solutions, and implement new functionalities through thorough testing.<br>• Coordinate and execute system testing, including creating test plans and scenarios, along with managing user acceptance testing.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve data-related issues and inquiries efficiently.<br>• Stay informed about Workday updates and implement best practices to maximize system performance.<br>• Offer training and support to end-users, ensuring they understand and effectively utilize Workday functionalities.
  • 2025-09-08T14:49:05Z

Workday Finance Manager Job in Chicago | Robert Half