Finance Manager

Your work days are brighter here.At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.About the TeamWe are business finance professionals who love what we do and support the business both strategically and with operational excellence. Our team has a strong influence on how we can sustainably grow our company by providing the business valuable financial insights. Our team works closely with leaders from across the organization including Product Development, Strategy, Sales, Marketing, & Strategic Planning. We are committed to working hard, having fun and making an impact!About the RoleWorkday is seeking a finance professional to join the Product & Technology Business Finance (aka FP&A) Team as a Finance Manager supporting our Office of the CHRO. In this role, you will enable data-driven decisions by providing financial and operational analytics, benchmarks, insights and recommendations. We’re looking for someone meticulous about drilling down and understanding data, a self starter, a great communicator, and someone who enjoys collaborating with diverse and talented people. This is an individual contributor role that reports to the Director of Finance.Responsibilities:Business partnering - Develop trusted relationships with and be the primary Business Finance point of contact to several VP-level Product leaders.Collaborate with leaders to provide visibility they need to make key business decisions around investments & drive growth across product portfolios.Partner with a junior analyst to support the budgeting & forecasting process -  Drive monthly/quarterly headcount and expense forecast cycle, ensuring accurate projections, appropriate level of reporting, analysis, and communication. Develop and maintain enhanced business performance insights package based on interpretation of financial results and familiarity with Product development KPIs (ARR, ACV, product attach rates, etc).Able to work independently with varying levels across the organization.Synthesize ambiguous information and distill into actionable insights.Develop and present executive level presentations to summarize key messages and drive decision making.Provide additional ad hoc support to the broader Business Finance, Investor Relations, and Corp Dev teams.Professionally present monthly and quarterly financial packages, providing qualitative financial analysis around key performance indicators.Business processes - Become acquainted with business processes and highlight key areas of strategic focus.About YouWe are looking for a skilled collaborator who can build trusted partnerships at every level of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a proven understanding of financial planning, financial modeling skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills. In addition, we are looking for a motivated self-starter who can roll up their sleeves in a fast-paced environment.Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.Minimum 7 years of related experience across FP&A, Strategic Finance, Strategy, or Operations.Other Qualifications:Exceptional verbal and written communication skills demonstrating the ability to synthesize sophisticated topics into clear and concise messages.Financial modeling experience & analytical skills with a focus on building scalable, repeatable tools & processes with strong attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to understand the business beyond finance, and strong ability to think strategically.Exposure to accounting principles (revenue, cost of revenue, operating expense) and their application to periodic financial reporting, planning and forecasting.Willingness and ability to adapt to the rapid business and organizational changes that accompany a high-growth environment.Positive, self-starter attitude with an eagerness to learn and improve.High proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and/or Google Sheets and Slides. Knowledge of Workday Financials or Adaptive Planning a plus.Workday Pay Transparency StatementThe annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below.  Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton Primary Location Base Pay Range: $153,600 USD - $230,400 USD Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $121,600 USD - $230,400 USDOur Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process!