Why Ryan?
* Competitive Compensation and Benefits
* Home Office Stipend
* Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)
* Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement
* LinkedIn Learning Subscription
* Flexible Work Environment
* Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
* Accelerated Career Path
* Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Solutions Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Workday Financials and other financial systems applications across our EAP operations. This role will play a critical part in ensuring our financial systems are scalable, compliant, and aligned with business needs, particularly in the context of EAP - specific financial requirements such as VAT configuration and alternate account sets.
Duties and Responsibilities, Aligned with Key Results:
People:
* Create a positive team member experience as part of the broader Information Technology group.
* Collaborate with Finance, Tax, and IT teams to understand business needs and translate them into scalable system solutions.
Client:
* Lead system upgrades, enhancements, and new module implementations with a focus on financial compliance and efficiency.
* Provide guidance on best practices for financial systems architecture, data governance, and integration strategies.
* Support acquisition-related financial systems integration and harmonization efforts.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues, ensuring minimal disruption to financial operations.
Value:
* Serve as the primary technical lead for Workday Financials in the UK region, ensuring optimal configuration and integration.
* Architect and implement solutions for VAT setup, reporting, and compliance within Workday and other financial platforms.
* Design and maintain alternate account sets to support statutory and management reporting requirements.
* Stay informed on the latest Workday and other related financial application updates and product enhancements, communication these available features to stakeholders on a regular basis.
* Configures and performs upkeep on the Workday system to meet Ryan's business requirements and provide insight on best practices.
* Follow all documented user and system control procedures, including support with User Access Reviews and Change Control processes.
* Completes tasks efficiently and in a timely manner, reporting progress to managers.
Education:
* Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university, and five years related experience.
* Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or similar role supporting Workday Financials.
* Strong understanding of EAP financial regulations, especially VAT configuration and reporting.
* Experience with alternate account sets, statutory reporting, and financial data modeling.
* Familiarity with other financial systems and tools (e.g., Prism Analytics, Project Billing, Revenue Management).
* Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
* Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
Computer and Technology Skills:
* Workday Financials certification(s).
* Experience supporting multinational financial operations.
* Background in financial systems integration during mergers and acquisitions.
Certificates and Licenses:
* Valid driver's license required.
Work Environment:
* Standard indoor working environment.
* Occasional long periods of sitting or standing while working.
* Position requires regular interaction with employees and clients both in person and via e-mail and telephone.
* Travel: Less than 10%