Workday Team Lead

Work From Office

Shift timings – 2 PM to 11 PM IST

About the Role

We are seeking an We are looking for a dynamic and experienced  Workday Team Lead  to drive enterprise-wide Workday strategy and execution across all Financials Modules within a fast-paced  FinTech environment . This role demands a strong blend of technical Workday expertise, leadership acumen, and a deep understanding of the regulatory and operational complexities of the financial technology sector.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership & Governance

Lead the Workday program across all modules, ensuring alignment with FinTech business goals, compliance standards, and scalability needs.

Partner with Finance and IT teams to deliver integrated solutions that support rapid growth and innovation.

Drive continuous improvement and adoption of Workday features to enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.

Team & Stakeholder Management

Manage a cross-functional team of Workday specialists, developers, and business analysts.

Foster a collaborative culture focused on agility, accountability, and innovation.

Serve as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating complex requirements into actionable Workday solutions.

Module Expertise & Technical Oversight

Provide hands-on leadership across all Workday modules (P2P,I2C,R2R etc), with a strong emphasis on  Financials .

Oversee configuration, integrations (including Workday Studio and EIBs), and data governance.

Ensure data accuracy, security, and compliance with financial regulations (e.g., SOX, GDPR, PCI-DSS).

Project Management & Delivery

Lead Workday implementation and enhancement projects using Agile or hybrid methodologies.

Manage timelines and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery.

Develop documentation, training programs, and change management strategies tailored to FinTech operations.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).

7+ years of Workday experience with proven leadership across multiple modules.

Strong understanding of FinTech business models, regulatory environments, and financial operations.

Experience with Workday Financials and integrations is essential.

Workday certifications in multiple modules are highly desirable.

Preferred Skills :

Experience with Workday Prism Analytics and Adaptive Planning.

Familiarity with FinTech compliance frameworks and audit processes.

Ability to thrive in a high-growth, data-driven, and innovation-focused culture.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.