Financial Applications Specialist II

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of payroll systems from initial design through production deployment
• Oversee operational tasks and project deliverables related to payroll processing for large employee populations
• Ensure seamless integration between Workday payroll systems and both internal and external platforms
• Cook up Time & Attendance processes using Symplr Workforce Management or similar software, ensuring accurate payroll processing
• Maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements specific to client jurisdictions
• Evaluate business challenges and deliver solutions through application development, system integration, and process automation
• Contribute to all phases of the project lifecycle, including design, testing, rollout, and ongoing support
• Provide technical guidance to identify system gaps and recommend tailored or standard solutions
• Collaborate with third-party vendors and internal stakeholders to define integration strategies and document technical solutions
• Support financial initiatives through detailed analysis, processing documentation, and user training
• Convert complex business needs into actionable technical deliverables across various finance functions
• Maintain comprehensive process documentation and offer mentorship to junior team members
• Stay informed on industry developments through relevant seminars, workshops, and training sessions

Required Qualifications

• More than 4 years of full cycle implementation of Workday Payroll and or a Symplr / Workday Time & Attendance system
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline
• Strong background in implementation for Workday Payroll and/or Symplr Workforce Time & Attendance or Kronos
• Functional expert resource in the Payroll and Time & Attendance domain, with proficiency in payroll tax compliance, Wage and Hour laws overtime requirements, and related regulatory practices
• Strong understanding of Payroll data and reporting Workday / Simplr Time & Attendance system
• Experienced in functional design, configuration, preparing and executing test cases with remediation, and delivering end‑user training and documentation
• Exceptional analytical abilities, meticulous documentation practices, and strong communication skills to effectively represent the function with stakeholders