Workday System Administrator

Castle Water; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life assurance

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Castle Water seeks a skilled Workday System Administrator to support the Workday Financials application. You will act as SME, configuring security and processes, managing updates and integrations, and supporting Finance with data integrity and best practices.

Collaborating with the Head of Test, you will ensure robust testing and drive process improvements while assisting with reporting and compliance. This role is based from our Blairgowrie office in the UK with a Monday–Friday schedule and

Qualifications

• Experience configuring Workday Financials with security roles and business processes.
• Strong understanding of finance operations and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Workday integrations and data structures.
• Experience with testing best practices (UAT, regression).
• Ability to lead improvements and drive automation.

Responsibilities

• Act as Workday Financials SME ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Configure maintenance of Workday Financials, security, and integrations.
• Collaborate with Finance to streamline processes and enhance functionality.
• Manage system updates, releases, and patches.
• Support reporting users with data accuracy and best practices.
• Oversee data integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Escalate complex issues beyond Service Desk.
• Provide training and guidance to Finance and stakeholders.

Skills

Workday configuration

Workday security

Workday integrations

Finance processes

UAT testing

Data integrity

Automation

Stakeholder management

Compliance

Communication

Tools

EIBs

Workday Web Services

Workday Studio

Job description

We are seeking a skilledWorkday System Administratorworking within the IT organisation to support the implementation and ongoing management of our Workday Financials application. This individual will serve as the subject matter expert (SME), and system administrator, working closely with our Finance team to ensure the system is optimised to meet business needs.

The role will be responsible for system configuration, integrations, security, and managing system updates, ensuring that Workday Financials aligns with business requirements and operates efficiently. User management and first-line troubleshooting will be handled by the Service Desk; this role will focus on advanced system support, process optimisation, and strategic enhancements. Additionally, the Workday System Administrator will support reporting needs by assisting users with report-building best practices and ensuring data integrity, rather than generating reports directly.

TheWorkday System Administratorwill also work closely with the Head of Test to ensure that all changes and updates undergo appropriate testing before being released into the live environment.

• Monday – Friday so the weekend are all yours
• Company pension, life assurance and Cycle to Work scheme

What you'll be doing

• Act as the Workday Financials SME, ensuring alignment with business needs and best practices
• Configure and maintain Workday Financials, including business processes, security roles, and integrations
• Work closely with the Finance team to understand system requirements, streamline processes, and enhance functionality
• Manage system updates, releases, and patches, ensuring smooth adoption of new features
• Work closely with the Head of Test to ensure robust testing processes are in place, including functional testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and regression testing before any changes or updates are released
• Support reporting users by ensuring data accuracy, troubleshooting reporting issues, and providing guidance on report-building best practices
• Oversee data integrity and compliance, ensuring accurate financial reporting and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Act as the escalation point for complex system issues beyond the scope of the Service Desk
• Provide training and best practice guidance to Finance and other stakeholders

What you'll bring to the role

Must have:

• Strongconfiguration skillsin Workday, includingsecurity,business processes,calculated fields,custom reports,account posting rules, andintegrations
• Experience withfinance operations and processes, such asgeneral ledger, accounts payable, receivable, procurement, expenses and financial reporting
• Strong configuration skills in Workday, including security, business processes, and integrations
• Knowledge of Workday integrations (EIBs, Workday Web Services, etc.)
• Experience with finance operations and processes, such as general ledger, accounts payable, receivable, procurement, and financial reporting
• Understanding of data structures and Workday reporting capabilities to effectively support end users
• Experience with testing best practices, including UAT, regression testing, and change control
• Ability to lead system improvements and drive automation
• Understanding of compliance requirements, including financial regulations and audits
• Strong communication skills – ability to translate technical details into business language
• Problem-solving mindset – proactive in identifying and resolving system issues
• Stakeholder management – comfortable working closely with Finance, IT, Testing, and external partners
• Analytical thinking – capable of understanding financial data and optimizing system outputs
• Attention to detail – ensuring system accuracy, compliance, and integrity
• Collaboration skills – ability to work effectively with the Head of Test to maintain a structured and reliable testing process
• Adaptability and learning agility – ability to stay up to date with Workday enhancements and evolving business needs

Advantageous:

• Workday certifications, especially in Workday Financials or Workday Integration
• Knowledge of cloud security principles and financial data governance
• Knowledge of advanced Workday integrations (Workday Studio, APIs, etc.)
• Previous experience in Finance, Accounting, or IT supporting financial applications

Castle Water is redefining the utilities sector as one of the fastest-growing and most successful companies in the UK. Guided by our core values of fairness, transparency, tenacity and being supportive, we deliver outstanding service to a diverse range of customers, including some of the UK’s largest companies and public sector organisations.

We believe in putting people first. Whether it’s creating positive interactions with our customers or fostering a supportive workplace culture, our commitment to fairness and transparency ensures we build lasting relationships with our customers.

With over 20,000 5-star Trustpilot reviews, our reputation is built on trust and excellence. We tackle every challenge with tenacity and a dedication to doing what’s fair and right.

Our head office in Blairgowrie, Perthshire, is located within easy reach of Perth and Dundee. As a company embedded in the local community, we actively participate in events that reflect our supportive values. We also have offices in Brentford, London, and Ayr, offering plenty of opportunities to join our growing team.

If you’re looking for company that’s dynamic, forward-thinking and values-driven, Castle Water is the place for you.