Workday Functional Lead

The Workday Functional Lead (Compensation)

Company: Truist Financial
Location: Atlanta, GA
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 02/10/2026
Job Categories: Banking, Finance/Economics, Information Technology

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Regular

Language Fluency: English (Required)

Work Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)

This is a full-time, onsite position (5 days per week) based in Atlanta, GA;
Charlotte, NC;
Raleigh, NC;
Richmond, VA;
Dallas, TX or Greensboro, NC.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Workday configuration for specific Workday modules (Compensation and Performance)
• Design, configure, test, and deploy Workday configuration changes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations and processes.
• Partner with HR and business teams to gather requirements and design solutions.
• Identify and drive quality and efficiency improvement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Workday configuration-related issues.
• Ensure that all changes comply with technology policies and requirements.
• Identify, elevate, and remediate risks and comply with risk management standards.
• Manage and implement Workday configuration changes, ensuring compliance with established policies and governance frameworks.
• Partner with business and technology teams to evaluate project requirements and determine appropriate Workday modifications.
• Support ongoing operations by troubleshooting and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with Workday functional and technical teams to ensure seamless integration of changes across modules and functions.
• Participate in audits, control reviews, and risk assessments related to assigned functional area.
• Provide guidance and best practices to business partners.

• Bachelor's Degree and three to five years of experience or equivalent education and software engineering training or experience
• In-depth knowledge in information systems and ability to identify, apply, and implement best practices
• Understanding of key business processes and competitive strategies related to the IT function
• Ability to plan and manage projects and solve complex problems by applying best practices
• Ability to provide direction and mentor less experienced teammates. Ability to interpret and convey complex, difficult, or sensitive information.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective time management and prioritization.

• Broader understanding of Workday functional areas (e.g., HCM, Payroll, Finance) to better align security with business needs.
• Prior experience in a regulated or financial services environment.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and implement best practices in security management
• 5+ years of hands‑on Workday experience.
• Strong understanding of Workday business processes for assigned functional area.
• Familiarity with compliance and audit processes, preferably within a financial institution.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple business units and technical teams.

All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax‑preferred savings accounts, and a 401(k) plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full‑time or part‑time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid…