Senior Manager, Finance Process Owner (hire To Retire)

Workday

Atlanta, GA, USA
Base: $144,300 - $216,500 usd (atlanta); base: $13...
Hybrid (50% in-office requirement each quarter)
10+ years experience in payroll and stock administration
Deep knowledge of global payroll operations
Expertise in equity-based compensation rsus espp options
Workday is seeking a Senior Manager, Finance Process Owner (Hire to Retire) to lead the optimization and governance of Payroll and Stock Administration processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll operations and finance transformation, particularly with Workday software, and will be responsible for ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement within the finance function

Job Summary

  • This role leads the optimization and governance of Workday's Payroll and Stock Administration value streams as part of the Finance Transformation Office.
  • The successful candidate will define global end-to-end process standards ensuring consistency between HR, Finance, and Legal while driving continuous improvement through automation.
  • Workday offers a competitive salary range, bonus eligibility, stock grants, and a flexible work approach requiring at least 50% time in-office or field.

Matching Summary

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Workday is seeking a Senior Manager, Finance Process Owner (Hire to Retire) to lead the optimization and governance of Payroll and Stock Administration processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll operations and finance transformation, particularly with Workday software, and will be responsible for ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement within the finance function.

Salary

Base: $144,300 - $216,500 USD (Atlanta); Base: $137,100 - $243,600 USD (Other US locations); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years experience in Payroll and Stock Administration
  • Deep knowledge of global payroll operations
  • Expertise in equity-based compensation RSUs ESPP Options
  • Proven experience deploying Workday HCM and Payroll
  • Ability to ensure SOX compliance and audit readiness

Nice-to-have

  • CPP CEP or CPA designation preferred
  • Passion for being a Workday power user
  • Track record of leading digital transformation shifts
  • Strong influence skills at Senior Manager level

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field
  • 10+ years progressive experience in Hire to Retire lifecycle
  • Essential Workday HCM and Payroll deployment experience
  • Preferred CPP, CEP, or CPA certification

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