Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is searching for a Workday Financials Developer for a contract assignment with a premier regulatory client. The role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of Workday Financial solutions while providing technical leadership and mentorship to the development team.
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze complex process, system and / or data requirements and specifications across a major program or project or several small projects or programs
- Serve as the technical subject matter expert for one or more areas (subsystems) for a larger system or multiple areas (subsystems) for smaller systems
- Serve as the primary designer for complex component designs for one or more areas (subsystems) for a larger system or multiple areas (subsystems) for smaller systems
- Build, test, deploy, and document complex software components for one or more areas (subsystems) for a larger system or multiple areas (subsystems) for smaller systems as well as, help others with theirs
- Create software engineering strategies that help identify and mitigate risks
- Lead other team members in peer review of code and identify re-usable frameworks
- Interface with other team members and other teams in peer review of requirements, specifications and software
Skills
- Technical Leadership
- Work includes design, development, and implementation of Workday Financials modules including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Management, Cash Management, and Payroll
- Architect and implement custom solutions using Workday Studio, EIBs, Core Connectors, and Cloud Connect integrations
- Develop and maintain integration solutions between Workday Financials and other enterprise systems
- Create and optimize custom reports using Workday Report Writer and Calculated Fields
- Design and implement business process configurations and workflows
- Configure and customize Workday Financial Management modules to meet business requirements
- Develop integrations using web services (SOAP/REST APIs), Workday Studio, and other integration tools
- Build custom applications and extensions using Workday Extend to enhance Workday Financials functionality
- Create and maintain technical documentation including design specifications, data mapping, and integration guides
- Perform unit testing, integration testing, and support user acceptance testing
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to Workday Financials
- Proven track record leading Workday Financial implementations or major enhancement projects
- Mentor and guide junior developers and technical team members
- Collaborate with functional consultants, business analysts, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to development best practices
- Lead technical design sessions and provide expertise during project planning
- Stay current with Workday releases and evaluate new features for potential adoption
- Participate in full lifecycle implementations and support ongoing maintenance
- Background in Agile/Scrum development methodologies
- Hands-on experience with Workday Financials configuration and development
- Strong proficiency in Workday Studio, EIBs, Core Connectors, and integration technologies
- Experience with Workday Report Writer, Calculated Fields, and custom reporting
- Knowledge of XSLT, XML, web services (SOAP/REST), and integration patterns
- Understanding of financial business processes and accounting principles
- Experience with Workday Security model and role-based permissions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Workday Pro Certification in Financial Management or Integration
- Experience with development for Workday Adaptive Planning module
- Knowledge of additional financial systems and ERP platforms
- Experience with business intelligence tools and data analytics
- Proficiency in Java and/or Python for custom development and scripting in AWS ecosystem
- Experience with automation testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Playwright, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, PyTest)
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes
Benefits
- Fully remote
- SGA is a women-owned business
- SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status.
- We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities.
Company Overview
For more than 40 years, SGA has delivered technology and resource solutions that Fortune 500 organizations, mid-size companies, state and local governments, and higher education institutions rely on to achieve their goals/missions. It was founded in 1981, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.sgainc.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.) has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 13 in 2025, 12 in 2024, 19 in 2023, 25 in 2022, 41 in 2021, 44 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.