About the Senior Solutions Engineer - Workday Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled Senior Solutions Engineer specializing in Workday to join our dynamic team in Cleveland, Ohio. This pivotal full-time position is perfect for a seasoned professional passionate about leveraging Workday's powerful HCM, financial, and planning capabilities to drive business success. As a key player in our technology solutions group, you will optimize, configure, and maintain Workday systems, ensuring they support evolving financial, payroll, and planning processes across the organization. Collaborate with finance, accounting, HR, and IT departments to deliver tailored, efficient solutions that align seamlessly with strategic business goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise in Workday Finance, Payroll, and Adaptive Planning can make a tangible impact, this role offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career with a leading talent solutions firm like Robert Half.

Located in the heart of Cleveland, Ohio, this position combines cutting-edge Workday technology with real-world business applications, focusing on integrations, automation, and compliance. With a competitive salary context around $130,000, plus comprehensive benefits, you'll contribute to high-impact projects while enjoying professional growth in a supportive culture renowned for innovation and employee development.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, enhance, and manage Workday Finance, Payroll, and Adaptive Planning modules to meet diverse business needs and stringent compliance requirements, ensuring systems are scalable and performant.
• Develop and maintain robust integrations using Workday tools like Core Connectors, Workday Studio, and APIs, facilitating seamless data exchange between Workday and third-party systems.
• Lead comprehensive release management efforts, including impact analysis, rigorous testing, and smooth deployment of new Workday features and updates.
• Partner closely with Finance and Accounting teams to design sophisticated Workday Financial configurations tailored for advanced budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functionalities.
• Maintain and continuously improve Adaptive Planning models, encompassing financial modeling, interactive dashboards, and strategic workforce planning initiatives.
• Optimize payroll processes within Workday, guaranteeing precise calculations and full adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Engage with stakeholders across departments to gather detailed requirements, produce comprehensive documentation, and deliver effective training sessions for Workday solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex Workday-related issues employing structured problem-solving methodologies and best practices.
• Proactively identify automation opportunities within Workday ecosystems, incorporating AI tools and services to enhance efficiency and user experience.
• Share valuable knowledge and insights through detailed documentation, live demos, and mentorship, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the organization.

Required Qualifications for Workday Senior Solutions Engineer

To excel in this role, candidates must bring 5+ years of hands-on experience in Workday configuration and optimization, with deep expertise in Finance, Payroll, and Adaptive Planning modules. Proficiency in developing integrations via Workday Studio, Core Connectors, and APIs is essential, alongside strong financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting skills. Knowledge of payroll compliance across U.S. regulations, release management, and troubleshooting is required. Excellent communication skills for stakeholder collaboration, requirement gathering, documentation, and training are critical. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field is preferred, along with familiarity with AI-driven automation in enterprise systems. Workday certifications (e.g., Workday Finance, Payroll Pro) will set you apart.

Why Join Robert Half in Cleveland, OH?

Joining Robert Half means becoming part of a global leader in professional services with a strong presence in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. We offer a competitive salary range of $130,000 - $160,000, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional development. Enjoy a collaborative environment, flexible arrangements, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. Advance your Workday career while contributing to innovative solutions that empower businesses. Apply now for this Senior Solutions Engineer - Workday position and elevate your expertise with Robert Half!