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Workday Data Conversion Lead

Definian
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States, Remote (US)
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Workday Practice
Salary
$140,000-$200,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Minimum 3 years of experience performing Data Conversion/Loading for Workday implementation projects across core products (HCM, Payroll, Finance)
  • Active Workday Data Conversion and/or Data Loading Certifications
  • Proficiency with Workday Customer Central, EIB, XSLT, and Workday-delivered data migration and load tools
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation, reconciliation, and validation
  • Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and transformation from relational source systems
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent conversion workstreams under tight implementation timelines
Nice to have
  • Hands on experience loading financial data, including GL balances, open AP/AR, suppliers and customers, Fixed Assets, etc.
  • Prior consulting experience with a certified Workday implementation partner or system integrator
  • Additional Workday functional certifications in Financial Management, HCM, or Payroll
  • Experience migrating data from legacy ERP and HRIS platforms such as Oracle EBS, SAP, PeopleSoft, ADP
  • Geographic flexibility to support client engagements with periodic travel
What the job really is

As a Workday Data Conversion Lead at Definian, you will manage end-to-end data migration activities for Workday implementations, focusing on developing conversion strategies and leading testing cycles. Your role will involve collaborating with client teams, mentoring junior analysts, and ensuring high-quality data conversion processes. You'll also be responsible for producing governance documentation and communicating project statuses to stakeholders.

Benefits
  • Highly competitive compensation commensurate with experience
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Company-paid individual health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
  • Four weeks of paid time off plus ten company-paid holidays
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Career mobility in a high-growth, AI-enabled company where you will have direct impact and visibility
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is $140,000-$200,000
  • Stack includes Workday tools and methodologies which may be seen as niche
  • Role requires managing multiple concurrent workstreams under tight timelines, which could be stressful
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