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 TeamThe Risk, SOX, Controls & Compliance Team (RSCC) consists of a dynamic group of risk, internal controls, SOX and audit professionals. We're a diverse group of people, with an invaluable mix of experience and are very encouraging of each other.The Team is driven by a passion for Workmates and Innovation! We are proud to be a part of an international organization that promotes Workday’s core values and champions equal opportunities for everyone.About the RoleWorkday is seeking a Sr. Process & Controls Analyst focused on identifying risks, advising on risk mitigation strategies, and leading projects. The RSCC team is seeking a candidate with a background in program management and a proven track record of leadership in planning, executing, and successfully delivering projects. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a history of effectively managing complex projects, possess outstanding communication and leadership skills, and exhibit the ability to collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams.Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Clearly demonstrating proficiency in identifying risks, defining approaches for mitigating risks, and evaluating, designing and/or testing internal controlsAdequately documenting their work in accordance with team practices Project managing one or more assignments at a time and communicating regular progress updates to the appropriate team membersMonitoring project progress, identify risks and issues, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion.Developing and documenting risk assessment findings; proposing recommendations for review by Management;Driving internal control process improvements, building efficiencies, and fostering a collaborative and innovative environmentFostering an effective control environment and supporting internal and external audits Staying well-informed of industry developments, including, but not limited to, changes in industry regulationsCompiling compliance documentation and coordinating data requests between the business and internal or external auditorsWorking to form positive relationships with internal business partners and external vendors, auditors as neededActively participating in delivering on accounting and organization goalsAs skills develop, the Workmate will be given increasing responsibilities to make independent decisions within the limited scope of assigned engagements About YouBasic Qualifications6+ years experience related to any of the following: evaluating & testing internal controls, performing risk assessments, leading projects Bachelor’s degreeOther Preferred QualificationsDetailed and analytical person who thrives in solving problemsBig 4 experience or large national accounting firmCPA, CISSP, CISA or other related certificationsInternal or external audit experienceTechnology or SAAS industry experienceStrong analytical skills, the ability to prioritize and demonstrate solid time management skillsStrong communication skills, both verbal and written, and be able to research industry regulations when necessaryLearn business processes, audit skills and techniques in a relatively short period of timeStrong interpersonal skills to interact with Workmates at different levels within the organization including Senior ManagementWillingness to develop core competencies for auditing/process improvement within the Finance department, follow and develop guidelinesDevelop overall product knowledge and business unit knowledge over timeWorkday Pay Transparency Statement - United States The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations in the United States (US) 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.UT.Salt Lake City Primary Location Base Pay Range: $92,400 - $138,600 Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $87,800 - $177,900Our 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!
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