Manager, Financial Information Systems (Remote)

Ryan•Plano, TX

3d•$120,000 - $168,000•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Manager, Finance Information Systems to lead the optimization, support, and evolution of our financial systems landscape. This role will be instrumental in driving operational excellence across Finance through technology, with a primary focus on Workday Financials. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in financial systems, strong project management skills, and a collaborative mindset to partner with Finance, IT, and external vendors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field.
5+ years of experience managing or supporting financial systems, with 3+ years of hands-on Workday Financials experience.
Experience with Concur and High Radius tools is highly desirable
At least 1 year leading projects, workstreams, or small technical/functional teams
Strong understanding of financial processes and controls.
Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and drive results.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in a high-growth or acquisition-driven environment is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Workday certifications or formal training.
Familiarity with Prism Analytics and Workday reporting tools.
Workday Composite Reporting and/or BIRT Certification (preferred)
Experience supporting global payroll or multi-entity environments.
Knowledge of SOX compliance and audit requirements.

Responsibilities

Create a positive team member experience that aligns with Ryan’s culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Serve as a liaison between Finance and IT to translate business needs into system solutions and enhancements
Lead and motivate team members to deliver high-quality results, ensuring accountability, professional growth, and alignment with organizational goals
Support the Director, Financial Information Systems by mentoring associates, developing their Workday knowledge, and fostering a learning-focused team environment
Develop and maintain documentation, training materials, and user support resources
Act as a trusted advisor to finance and business leaders by leveraging Workday capabilities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance data visibility
Support acquisition-related system onboarding and integration efforts
Partner with Global Shared Services and Service Delivery teams to understand business needs and deliver effective, technology-driven financial solutions using Workday Financials
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure Workday supports strategic financial goals such as faster close cycles, streamlined reporting, and stronger compliance
Lead the administration, configuration, and enhancement of Workday Financials, including modules such as Core Financials, Accounts Payable, Asset Management, Project Billing, Revenue Management, and Payroll
Manage integrations and data flows between Workday and third-party tools such as Concur (Expense Management) and High Radius (Collections and Cash Application)
Coordinate user readiness, testing, and training activities for new Workday features and enhancements to ensure smooth adoption across the organization
Follow all documented user and system control procedures, including support with User Access Reviews and Change Control processes
Collaborate with internal IT and data teams to manage integrations, migrations, and data integrity between Workday and other enterprise platforms
Uphold Ryan’s commitment to excellence by delivering solutions that are accurate, efficient, and aligned with company values
Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday functionality to align with Ryan’s evolving financial processes and best practices