Workday Finance Implementation Team Lead FDM

Workday Finance Implementation Team Lead FDM

Job No: 537928

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support

Department:  - ADMIN SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION

Classification

Title:

Finance Implementation Team Lead

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The FDM Finance Implementation Team Lead position leads the implementation and configuration of the Financial Data Model (FDM) in Workday. Conducts working sessions with stakeholders to gather, understand, and analyze business needs and internal and external reporting requirements that influence how their FDM structure should be structured and mapped. Ensures the engagement of all relevant parties in the process, including process owners, subject matter experts, end-users, and other stakeholders, and responds to questions and inquiries from stakeholders as needed.

The FDM Lead configures FDM values and hierarchies in Workday and collaborates closely with stakeholders to translate legacy data and reporting requirements into the FDM structure. Reviews and unit tests FDM-related business processes, reports, and security roles to ensure accuracy and alignment with business requirements. Works closely with other team leads and business partners to assess and manage cross‑functional impact.

Develops and executes FDM-related test scenarios, identifies and records defects, collaborates with the implementation partner to remediate defects and retest functionality, and maintains test metrics. This position collaborates with stakeholders, process owners, and the implementation partner to facilitate the mapping of the legacy chart of accounts to the future state FDM structure. Enters and maintains FDM mapping data using various support and configuration tools.

Assesses FDM data quality and facilitates data clean‑up as needed. Facilitates and supports the use of FDM mapping by other project teams. Validates the accuracy of the FDM data conversion. The incumbent maintains an understanding of the current project plan, including key milestones and deliverable dates. Communicates team status to project leadership on a timely basis. Provides input into the system cut‑over plan and stakeholder communications.

Supports the development and implementation of FDM governance processes. Participates in communicating changes and assists the Change Management project team in developing end‑user training and job aids.

Expected Salary: $85,000‑$100,000

• Experience implementing and configuring accounting and/or business systems.
• Experience using and/or configuring a leading ERP system such as People Soft, Oracle, or Workday.
• Proven ability to learn new tools and technologies quickly.
• Strong data literacy, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including training facilitation experience.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

25 November 2025

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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.