Director, Workday Finance Product Owner

FactSet; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director, Workday Finance Product Owner to lead their finance technology strategy. This role involves overseeing the implementation and modernization of finance systems, leveraging advanced technologies like AI and machine learning to enhance decision-making. You will collaborate closely with executive leadership, ensuring that technology solutions align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Join a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth, while contributing to a company recognized for its commitment to employee well-being and professional development. If you have a passion for finance and technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Accommodations

Career Progression Plans

Employee-led Business Resource Groups

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership in product management and technology.
• Proven track record in leading Workday implementations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution for Finance systems.
• Drive modernization of Finance functions using emerging technologies.

Skills

Exceptional Communication

Leadership

Finance Expertise

Project Management

Business Process Knowledge

Technical Proficiency

Stakeholder Management

Client-Centric Mindset

Regulatory Acumen

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM, Finance, or Economics

Tools

Workday

Data Management Tools

Job description

Director, Workday Finance Product Owner

Apply locations: Norwalk, CT, USA; New York, NY, USA

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 6 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R26661

FactSet is a trailblazer in delivering research and analytical solutions to finance professionals globally. With instantaneous access to reliable financial data and analytics, FactSet enables its clients to seamlessly merge hundreds of databases from top-tier industry suppliers into one cohesive and powerful information system.

FactSet is seeking a seasoned, motivated technology leader with deep expertise in Workday implementations and upgrades and a strong understanding of business processes across various modules (HCM, Financials, Payroll) to oversee our internal technology strategy for Finance. You will manage a team responsible for both in-house and third-party software solutions that power our critical corporate finance functions. You’ll also guide relationships with vendors ensuring that we maximize the value of these partnerships.

This role demands a close partnership with the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and their teams. You’ll combine a deep understanding of technology, the Workday Platform, and core financial domain expertise to deliver innovative solutions that keep FactSet on the cutting edge of corporate finance strategy. As a trusted partner of the Finance team, you will help shape and drive direction of our internal tools and mission critical business processes.

As the Director, Workday Finance Product Owner, you will:

1. Oversee System Strategy & Execution: Lead end-to-end planning, development, and implementation for all Finance systems, ensuring they remain modern, scalable, and user-friendly.
2. Drive Modernization: Lead the charge in modernizing our Finance functions through the strategic adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, machine learning, and automation. Drive the modernization of accounting, billing, and accounts receivable systems—fusing best-in-class technologies, including SaaS and cloud-based platforms, with FactSet’s evolving business plans.
3. Enhance Data-Driven Decision Making: Partner with our Data Intelligence team to build a robust data analytics platform that empowers data-driven decision-making across the organization.
4. Prioritize Security, Regulatory Compliance, and Risk Management: Ensure the security and privacy of sensitive financial data by implementing robust data protection measures, risk management practices, and compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley).
5. Guide Business Requirements: Collaborate with stakeholders and technology leadership to define near-term and long-term roadmaps that balance immediate needs with strategic objectives. Interpret and translate individual asks to true user needs leveraging a product mindset.
6. Communicate the Technology Vision: Develop and execute a clear communication strategy that showcases how our corporate systems align with FactSet’s growth trajectory.
7. Enable Strong Partnerships: Foster close ties across business and technical teams, presenting solutions and influencing decision-making at executive (L3) and C-suite levels.

Required Skills:

1. Exceptional Communication: You can confidently engage everyone—engineers, executives, and all in between—bringing clarity to complex discussions.
2. 10+ Years of Leadership: A proven track record in product management and/or technology leadership, delivering complex projects in a fast-paced, agile environment.
3. Finance Expertise: Proven track record of leading multiple complex Workday implementations across different modules like Financials and Payroll, including configuration, customization, and integration. Expertise with other financial systems including relevant business processes, compliance needs, and best practices.
4. Leadership and project management skills: Experience leading large cross-functional teams through Workday projects, including managing project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
5. Business process knowledge: Deep understanding of core business processes within the organization, including ability to translate business needs into Workday solutions.
6. Technical proficiency: Familiarity with Workday integrations, and data management tools to optimize Workday functionality.
7. Stakeholder management: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with senior executives, business users, and technical teams.
8. Team Management: 5+ years’ experience leading managers of managers across distributed teams.
9. Client-Centric Mindset: You prioritize customers, responding quickly to their needs with resourceful, thoughtful solutions.
10. Regulatory Acumen: Comfortable incorporating compliance measures and frameworks (e.g., SOX) into technology solutions and operations.
11. Adaptability: Comfortable pivoting and reprioritizing in response to evolving needs and strategies.
12. Bachelor’s Degree in STEM, Finance, Economics, related field or equivalent experience.
13. Results-Driven: You consistently bring projects—and pressing issues—to completion.

Leadership and Behavioral Competencies:

1. Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities.
2. Effective influencer and negotiator, skilled in envisioning and communicating the big picture in an inspiring way.
3. Demonstrates adaptability and decisiveness in responding to changing and uncertain situations.
4. Credible leader who earns respect and trust from all levels of the organization through demonstrated clear strategic vision and delivery on commitments.

What's In It For You:

At FactSet, our people are our greatest asset, and our culture is our biggest competitive advantage. Being a FactSetter means:

1. Contributing to a firm with over 40 years of consecutive growth, named a 2023 Best Place to Work by Glassdoor and led by a top-rated CEO Talent Champion.
2. Support for your total well-being. This includes health, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement savings plans and a discounted employee stock purchase program, plus paid time off for holidays, family leave, and companywide wellness days.
3. Flexible work accommodations. We value work/life harmony and offer our employees a range of accommodations to help them achieve success both at work and in their personal lives.
4. A global community dedicated to volunteerism, sustainability, and inclusivity, where collaboration is always encouraged, and individuality drives solutions.
5. Career progression plans with dedicated time each month for learning and development.
6. Employee-led Business Resource Groups that align with our DE&I strategy and are wholly supported by Executive Management.

The budgeted salary range for this position in the states of California, Connecticut and New York is $190,000.00 - $240,000.00.

At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.

FactSet is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

About Us

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for tens of thousands of investment professionals around the world, providing instant access to financial data and analytics that investors use to make crucial decisions. Join a team of highly motivated, talented individuals who are empowered to find answers through creative technology.