Job Description

Your work days are brighter here.At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. Thats why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you dont need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.About the Team At Workday, we help the worlds largest organizations adapt to whats next by bringing finance, HR, and planning into a single enterprise cloud. We work hard, and were serious about what we do. But we like to have fun too! We put people first, celebrate diversity, drive innovation, and do good in the communities where we live and work.The Accounts Payable team manages all global invoices, supplier profiles, supplier settlements, and partner payments while driving projects related to automation and efficiencies. The team partners with Workday on Workday (WoW) and Product teams to enhance, test, and uptake Workday functionality.About the RoleWorkday is seeking an Associate Accounting Manager (AP & Expense) who can lead and develop a team of analysts and who wants to make their mark on a growing organization!You're a strong communicator with strong ability to manage multiple teams\' tasks and target timelines, assist with issue resolution, have strong leadership skills, drive departmental process improvements, and display a high level of organizational skills. You\'ll be responsible for delivering efficiencies, creating new value, and managing proper SOX controls & escalation protocols while driving positive employee experience throughout the organization.Job responsibilities:Lead a team of 4 - 6 Accounts Payable and Expense AnalystsOversee successful completion of team month end tasks and responsibilitiesResponsible for review and approval of system transactionsProvide accounting and control environment (SOX) guidance to team and projectsFirst escalation point for unresolved AP mattersComplete regular performance management activities with employees including the completion of career and development plans, goal setting, and performance reviewsResponsible for ensuring that staff are adequately trained in system functionality and departmental proceduresLead projects that drive departmental initiatives, scale processes and implement system functionalityDrive process improvement, build efficiencies, and innovateWork to form positive relationships with internal business partners and external vendorsActive participant in delivering on accounting and organization goalsAbout YouYou enjoy being in a leadership role and mentoring people. Most importantly, your work style will chip into a positive work culture and align with Workday core values.Basic Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant field4+ years finance operations/accounting experience2 - 3 years\' of leadership experienceOther Qualifications:Strong interpersonal and leadership skillsExcellent and professional written and verbal communication skillsExperience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-pace, collaborative environmentDemonstrates initiative, flexibility and follow-throughAttention to detail, accuracy, and strong analytical problem-solving skillsProven experience in leading employees in identifying and implementing process improvementsDemonstrated ability to interface with all levels of managementShown accounting and controls experienceAbility to manage multiple projects concurrentlyCustomer service focused and solution orientedStrong digital literacy including Microsoft Office toolsSoftware and/or SaaS industry experience highly preferredFamiliar with conducting business as part of an international company is helpfulOur Approach to Flexible WorkWith Flex Work, were combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you\'ll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process!

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