Workday Configuration Analyst

Job Overview

Workday Configuration Analyst – Manila

Location: 1631 Taguig, National Capital Region | Career Connect

Posted 9 days ago

Permanent

In this role, you will play a critical role in ensuring the optimal configuration and utilization of Workday Financials (FINS) within our organization. You will partner with finance teams and IT professionals to analyze financial processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective Workday solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

This position forms an integral part of a successful finance transformation team within an exciting and growing industry (cyber security). You will be a fully qualified accountant with good all‑round experience of accounts, exposure to Finance systems and how they operate, combined with knowledge of the controls environment and its importance within day‑to‑day processes.

You will be responsible for supporting the implementation of change across several Finance systems (examples include Workday, Salesforce, Concur), and providing support to those businesses that have transitioned to the new systems landscape.

• Maintenance of a lean global chart of accounts structure delivering statutory and management accounts.
• Account dimension definition and maintenance used for quality reporting and as the basis for recording financial transactions.
• Account posting rule definition and maintenance to ensure compliance with Company policy and an ethos of one company one way.
• Collaboration with local Finance teams and system consultants to deliver local VAT and sales tax requirements.
• Integrations: deliver finance integrations fit for purpose (e.g., banking, digital VAT returns, payroll) with system consultants and local Finance teams.
• Month and year close process definition.
• Work with Finance Transformation, local Finance and Master Data & Reporting teams to identify and deliver local reporting requirements through the new systems landscape.
• Ensure through system design that the objective of a controls‑based audit is embedded within Finance processes.
• Educate local finance teams on Workday security groups and their impact on ways of working.
• Support NCC businesses in mapping financial history to Workday (GL, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank).
• Work with local Finance teams to ensure configuration and business processes are fit for purpose.
• Prepare training material for finance processes and train super users in new systems.
• Provide early life support for businesses post deployment.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Proven experience in Workday FINS configuration and implementation.
• Strong understanding of Workday FINS concepts and functionalities.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Non-Taxable Allowance
• Leaves
• Mandated Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Well Being
• Discretion Bonus
• Flexible Working Opportunities

Location: 1631 Taguig, National Capital Region | Career Connect

Posted 94 days ago

Permanent

In this role, you will play a critical role in ensuring the optimal configuration and utilization of Workday Financials (FINS) within our organization. You will partner with finance teams and IT professionals to analyze financial processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective Workday solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

This position forms an integral part of a successful finance transformation team within an exciting and growing industry (cyber security). You will be a fully qualified accountant with good all‑round experience of accounts, exposure to Finance systems and how they operate, combined with knowledge of the controls environment and its importance within day‑to‑day processes.

You will be responsible for supporting the implementation of change across several Finance systems (examples include Workday, Salesforce, Concur), and providing support to those businesses that have transitioned to the new systems landscape.

• Maintenance of a lean global chart of accounts structure delivering statutory and management accounts.
• Account dimension definition and maintenance used for quality reporting and as the basis for recording financial transactions.
• Account posting rule definition and maintenance to ensure compliance with Company policy.
• Collaboration with local Finance teams and system consultants to deliver local VAT and sales tax requirements.
• Integrations: deliver finance integrations fit for purpose (e.g., banking, digital VAT returns, payroll).
• Month and year close process definition.
• Work with Finance Transformation, local Finance and Master Data & Reporting teams to identify and deliver local reporting requirements through the new systems landscape.
• Ensure through system design that the objective of a controls‑based audit is embedded within Finance processes.
• Educate local finance teams on Workday security groups and impact on ways of working.
• Support NCC businesses in mapping financial history to Workday (GL, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank).
• Work with local Finance teams to ensure configuration and business processes operate as expected and are fit for purpose.
• Prepare training material for finance processes and train super users in new systems.
• Early life support for businesses post deployment.

• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of core accounting principles, financial processes, and closing procedures; ability to translate business needs into Workday configurations.
• Workday Expertise: Solid understanding of Workday FINS functionalities and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze financial data and identify root causes of discrepancies and propose solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in configurations, data analysis, and reporting.
• Collaboration and Communication: Effective relationship-building and clear communication with stakeholders.
• Adaptability and Ownership: Quick learner who can adapt to new Workday features and take ownership of work.
• Minimum Requirements: Bachelor\'s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; proven experience in Workday FINS configuration and implementation; strong Excel/data analysis skills; excellent communication.