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Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities such as those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. If you are as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
Lead Specialist, Workday Financials KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, Workday Financials to join our Managed Services practice.
Responsibilities
Provide oversight and lead execution of day‑to‑day activities for Workday managed services engagements across a variety of post‑production clients, including enhancements, optimizations, break/fix support, release management, new feature deployments, process improvements, and strategic road mapping; lead the analysis, design, configuration, and delivery of Workday solutions.
Guide cross‑functional teams in troubleshooting complex Workday issues and implementing scalable solutions, ensuring proper documentation of design decisions, configuration rationale, and solution architecture for knowledge continuity and governance.
Lead onshore and offshore Workday Financials teams by managing capacity, forecasting resource needs, and balancing workloads, while also driving team development through skill gap analysis, mentoring, and ongoing coaching to ensure high‑quality delivery and career growth.
Serve as a strategic Workday Financials advisor during sales pursuits and proposal development by leading client tenant assessments, identifying optimization opportunities, and shaping value‑driven solutions to enhance feature adoption and operational efficiency.
Configure and support Workday Financial modules, including customers, suppliers, banking, journals, and ledger setup; lead activities related to period close, financial reporting, and account reconciliation; ensure compliance with GAAP and internal audit requirements, while supporting configuration of chart of accounts, intercompany processes, and allocations; partner with client finance teams to optimize workflows, improve reporting accuracy, and align system functionality with evolving accounting policies and regulatory standards.
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.
Qualifications
Minimum five years of recent experience in post‑production, managed services support or consulting experience working directly with internal/external clients in the area of Workday Finance; minimum two years of recent experience in a leadership role.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Management Information Systems (MIS) from an accredited college/university is preferred; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Experience in leading process reengineering and implementing enhancements to workflows, approvals, and reporting that drive efficiency, ensure compliance, and deliver measurable business value.
Required Workday certification/skills in Workday Record to Report. Any candidate hired will be required to secure the certification within three months of employment if not already held.
Certification/skills in Budgets and Accounting Center is preferred.
Deep understanding of Finance business processes and how they are operationalized within Workday, with strong knowledge of general period close, general ledger reconciliation, financial reporting and consolidation, intercompany accounting, compliance, and internal controls.
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders, translate complex concepts, and lead cross‑functional collaboration across onshore and offshore teams.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.
Salary & Benefits Salary ranges: California: $129,300 – $223,900. Additional locations may vary. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support your mental health. Standard work hours, PTO, and holiday calendars are provided by the company.
Legal and Hiring Information All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function General Business
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Manager, Workday Financials
role at
KPMG US
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities such as those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. If you are as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
Lead Specialist, Workday Financials KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, Workday Financials to join our Managed Services practice.
Responsibilities
Provide oversight and lead execution of day‑to‑day activities for Workday managed services engagements across a variety of post‑production clients, including enhancements, optimizations, break/fix support, release management, new feature deployments, process improvements, and strategic road mapping; lead the analysis, design, configuration, and delivery of Workday solutions.
Guide cross‑functional teams in troubleshooting complex Workday issues and implementing scalable solutions, ensuring proper documentation of design decisions, configuration rationale, and solution architecture for knowledge continuity and governance.
Lead onshore and offshore Workday Financials teams by managing capacity, forecasting resource needs, and balancing workloads, while also driving team development through skill gap analysis, mentoring, and ongoing coaching to ensure high‑quality delivery and career growth.
Serve as a strategic Workday Financials advisor during sales pursuits and proposal development by leading client tenant assessments, identifying optimization opportunities, and shaping value‑driven solutions to enhance feature adoption and operational efficiency.
Configure and support Workday Financial modules, including customers, suppliers, banking, journals, and ledger setup; lead activities related to period close, financial reporting, and account reconciliation; ensure compliance with GAAP and internal audit requirements, while supporting configuration of chart of accounts, intercompany processes, and allocations; partner with client finance teams to optimize workflows, improve reporting accuracy, and align system functionality with evolving accounting policies and regulatory standards.
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.
Qualifications
Minimum five years of recent experience in post‑production, managed services support or consulting experience working directly with internal/external clients in the area of Workday Finance; minimum two years of recent experience in a leadership role.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Management Information Systems (MIS) from an accredited college/university is preferred; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Experience in leading process reengineering and implementing enhancements to workflows, approvals, and reporting that drive efficiency, ensure compliance, and deliver measurable business value.
Required Workday certification/skills in Workday Record to Report. Any candidate hired will be required to secure the certification within three months of employment if not already held.
Certification/skills in Budgets and Accounting Center is preferred.
Deep understanding of Finance business processes and how they are operationalized within Workday, with strong knowledge of general period close, general ledger reconciliation, financial reporting and consolidation, intercompany accounting, compliance, and internal controls.
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders, translate complex concepts, and lead cross‑functional collaboration across onshore and offshore teams.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.
Salary & Benefits Salary ranges: California: $129,300 – $223,900. Additional locations may vary. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support your mental health. Standard work hours, PTO, and holiday calendars are provided by the company.
Legal and Hiring Information All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function General Business
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