Workday Financials - P2P Manager

Fortrea; Bengaluru; Remote; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortrea seeks a senior Workday Configuration Lead to architect, build, test, and deploy Procure-to-Pay workflows for a global organization. You will drive end-to-end delivery, coordinating with Procurement, Finance, and Accounts Payable to deliver scalable Workday solutions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of hands-on Workday configuration experience, especially in P2P, with strong analytical and stakeholder communication skills. This remote role supports a global team across time zones.

Qualifications

• 7+ years hands-on Workday configuration experience with Procure-to-Pay Modules.
• Workday Pro Certification in Financials, Procurement, or related modules preferred.
• Strong understanding of Workday processes and security frameworks.
• Experience delivering Workday solutions in a global environment.
• Ability to work independently as an IC while influencing stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication to collaborate with teams across time zones.
• Detail-oriented with high-quality delivery and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Workday Procure-to-Pay modules (Procurement, Supplier Accounts, integrations).
• Lead end-to-end solution delivery: design, configuration, testing, deployment.
• Partner with global Procurement, Finance, and Accounts Payable teams to deliver scalable Workday solutions.
• Perform impact analysis during Workday releases (R1 & R2).
• Develop and execute test plans, troubleshoot issues, ensure QA for configurations.
• Provide expert guidance on Workday best practices and optimization.
• Collaborate with IT and Finance for smooth integration and data integrity.
• Maintain documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
• Stay updated with Workday releases and new features; implement as needed.
• Participate in bi-weekly sprints.

Skills

Workday configuration

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Master’s degree in computer science / information technology / data science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Project

PowerPoint

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Workday Configuration Lead with deep expertise in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) modules. This senior-level individual contributor role will be responsible for designing, building, testing, and deploying Workday solutions that enable efficient procurement and payment processes across a global organization. The ideal candidate will be a Workday subject matter expert who can work independently while collaborating with stakeholders worldwide.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Workday Procure-to-Pay modules, including Procurement, Supplier Accounts, and related integrations.
• Lead end-to-end solution delivery, including design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Partner with global Procurement, Finance, and Accounts Payable teams to understand requirements and deliver scalable Workday solutions.
• Perform impact analysis for new features and enhancements during Workday releases (R1 & R2).
• Develop and execute test plans, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality assurance for all configurations.
• Provide expert-level guidance on Workday best practices and system optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT and Finance, to ensure seamless integration and data integrity.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and processes for audit and compliance purposes.
• Stay updated with Workday releases and new features; evaluate and implement new functionalities as needed.
• Participate in bi-weekly sprints.

Qualifications (Minimum Required)

• Workday Pro Certification in Financials, Procurement, or other relevant modules preferred.
• 7+ years of hands‑on Workday configuration experience, with proven expertise in Procure to Pay modules.
• Strong understanding of Workday business processes and security frameworks.
• Experience in building, testing, and deploying Workday solutions in a global environment.
• Ability to work independently as an individual contributor while influencing stakeholders.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with global teams across time zones.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to delivering high‑quality work and meeting deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to think strategically across HR processes.

Experience (Minimum Required)

• At least 5 years of experience in an analyst, BRM, or development role
• Experience supporting Workday in a multi‑country, multi‑currency environment.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and audit requirements.
• Advanced computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and Power Point).

Preferred Qualifications Include

• Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, data science, or a related field.
• Experience in a Clinical Research Organization or healthcare‑related industry.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Remote‑Based, as requested by the line manager.
• Requires working with frequent interruptions and changes.
• High degree of global participation within peer groups via Teams and conference call assignments.
• Strong ability to work unsupervised yet still managing priorities of regional and global assignments in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Overtime may be required.

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