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Manager, Workday Financials

Manager, Workday Financials

KPMGShort Hills, NJ, United States
16 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others. If you are as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, Workday Financials to join our Managed Services practice.Responsibilities :

  • Provide oversight and lead execution of day-to-day activities for Workday managed services engagements across a variety of post-production clients which includes enhancements, optimizations, break / fix support, release management, new feature deployments, process improvements, and strategic road mapping; lead the analysis, design, configuration, and delivery of Workday solutions
  • Guide cross-functional teams in troubleshooting complex Workday issues and implementing scalable solutions, ensuring proper documentation of design decisions, configuration rationale, and solution architecture for knowledge continuity and governance
  • Lead onshore and offshore Workday Financials teams by managing capacity, forecasting resource needs, and balancing workloads, while also driving team development through skill gap analysis, mentoring, and ongoing coaching to ensure high-quality delivery and career growth
  • Serve as a strategic Workday Financials advisor during sales pursuits and proposal development by leading client tenant assessments, identifying optimization opportunities, and shaping value-driven solutions to enhance feature adoption, and operational efficiency
  • Configure and support Workday Financial modules, including customers, suppliers, banking, journals, and ledger setup; lead activities related to period close, financial reporting, and account reconciliation; ensure compliance with GAAP and internal audit requirements, while supporting configuration of chart of accounts, intercompany processes, and allocations; partner with client finance teams to optimize workflows, improve reporting accuracy, and align system functionality with evolving accounting policies and regulatory standards
  • Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications :

  • Minimum five years of recent experience in post-production, managed services support or consulting experience working directly with internal / external clients in area of Workday Finance; minimum two years of recent experience in a leadership role
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Management Information Systems (MIS) from an accredited college / university is preferred; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required
  • Experience in leading process reengineering and implementing enhancements to workflows, approvals, and reporting that drive efficiency, ensure compliance, and deliver measurable business value
  • Required Workday certification / skills in Workday Record to Report. Please note that any candidate hired by KPMG into this position that doesn't currently hold the certification will be required to secure them within three months from the commencement of employment
  • Certification / skills in Budgets and Accounting Center is preferred
  • Deep understanding of Finance business processes and how they are operationalized within Workday, with strong knowledge of general period close, general ledger reconciliation, financial reporting and consolidation, intercompany accounting, compliance, and internal controls
  • Exceptional communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders, translate complex concepts, and lead cross-functional collaboration across onshore and offshore teams Demonstrated ability to drive structured problem-solving and guide teams through root cause analysis, resolution planning, and delivery of scalable Workday solutions.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).
  • KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local / state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.

    Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA :

    California Salary Range : $129300 - $223900

    KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

    KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

    Los Angeles County applicants : Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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