Finance Systems Accountant - Workday 18Mth FTC

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Systems Accountant with extensive Workday configuration experience for an 18-month fixed-term contract in Birmingham. This role is pivotal in managing the configuration of Workday Finance modules and supporting the development of finance configuration design. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with finance colleagues and a team of Business Analysts to decode complex requirements into effective solutions. If you are passionate about finance systems and thrive in dynamic environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Workday configuration experience, including full implementation.
• Strong IT skills with advanced experience in Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage configuration of Workday Finance and Financial Planning modules.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and identify risks.

Skills

Workday configuration

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Data manipulation

Communication

Education

Qualified accountant

Experience in finance systems

Tools

Microsoft applications

Workday Financial

Job description

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Finance Systems Accountant - Workday 18Mth FTC, Birmingham

Client: RSM

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c8457d0dc298

Job Views: 11

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are searching for an experienced Finance Systems Accountant with essential Workday configuration experience for an 18-month FTC in Birmingham.

Overall job purpose

The successful candidate must have at least 3 years of Workday configuration experience, including a full implementation cycle for Workday Financial and Financial Planning. They should possess a relentless enthusiasm, an agile mindset, and a commercial approach.

This role requires in-depth systems and accounting knowledge to decode complex requirements and translate them into configured solutions. The candidate should demonstrate strong problem-solving, prioritisation, and expectation management skills.

Working closely with internal finance colleagues and supported by a team of Business Analysts and Subject Matter Experts, the role involves supporting the development of finance configuration design covering R2R, O2C, P2P, and Payroll, along with wider interdependencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the configuration of Workday Finance and Financial Planning modules.
• Evaluate and propose adaptations to optimize configuration.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Identify risks and recommend solutions.
• Contribute to Workday training content for SMEs and internal specialists.
• Collaborate with the wider project team, especially within the Functional Design Stream.

Professional and Personal Qualities

• Minimum of 2 years of Workday implementation experience, including FINS.
• Qualified accountant or qualified by experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to negotiate and prioritize conflicting demands.
• Focused, resilient, and deadline-oriented.
• Strong IT skills, with advanced experience in Microsoft applications; experience in data manipulation and automation software is a plus.

Business Skills & Stakeholder Management

• High commercial awareness and adaptability to changing demands.
• Encourages new ideas and collaboration, working to remove silos.
• Well-developed network of contacts and experts.
• Acts with integrity in all matters.

Personal Effectiveness

• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and external partners.
• Uses knowledge innovatively and effectively.
• Seeks opportunities to add value beyond core responsibilities.
• Ensures quality through robust review processes.
• Champions company values and standards.
• Passionate about achieving goals.

Interpersonal Skills

• Developed influencing skills with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive in team-building and engagement.
• Effective questioning and understanding confirmation.
• Ability to persuade, reassure, and negotiate appropriately.

Note: This job description reflects current role requirements. Duties and responsibilities may evolve and will be reviewed in consultation with the individual.