Senior Finance Systems Engineer (Workday Financials) (Madrid)

Senior Finance Systems Engineer (Workday Financials) (Madrid)

04 ago
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Celonis
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Madrid

04 ago

Celonis

Madrid

ppCelonis is the global leader in Process Intelligence and the pioneer of Process Mining technology. As one of the world’s fastest-growing enterprise SaaS companies, we are changemakers pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We invest heavily in advanced AI capabilities—specifically our Process Intelligence Graph—to turn data insights into immediate business action. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock global productivity and sustainability by placing intelligence at the core of every business process. Join our mission to make processes work for people, companies, and the planet. /p h3bAbout the Team /b /h3 pThe Integral ERP Systems team enables Celonis' Finance organization through scalable, reliable, and innovative enterprise applications. We partner closely with the Finance organization to continuously improve financial processes, automate manual work, and ensure the integrity of financial data across our systems landscape. /p pOur team organizes our project work on a Scrum framework to focus on continuous delivery, continuous improvement, and agility. As part of our agile team, you'll contribute to the evolution of our Finance Systems ecosystem while working alongside experienced functional and technical specialists in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. /p h3bThe Role /b /h3 pWe're looking for a Senior Finance Systems Engineer with deep expertise in Workday Financials to help design, build, and continuously improve our enterprise Finance Systems landscape. /p pReporting to the Head of Finance Systems, you'll serve as a senior technical partner to Accounting and Finance stakeholders, translating complex business requirements into scalable Workday solutions. You'll independently lead the technical delivery of strategic initiatives, drive system improvements, and ensure our financial applications continue to support a fast-growing global business. /p pYou'll have significant ownership over end-to-end solution delivery—from discovery and solution design through implementation, testing, deployment, and post-production support—while collaborating closely with Finance Systems leadership to align on technical direction, contribute to platform evolution, and ensure solutions support the long‑term scalability of our ERP ecosystem. /p pThis role is ideal for someone who enjoys being the technical expert in the room—partnering with stakeholders to solve complex Finance Systems challenges while contributing to the evolution of the platform under the guidance of Finance Systems leadership. /p h3bWhat You'll Do /b /h3 h3bSolution Design Delivery /b /h3 ul liLead the functional and technical design of complex Workday Financials enhancements across multiple business domains. /li liTranslate accounting and finance requirements into scalable, maintainable system solutions. /li liEvaluate solution options, identify trade‑offs, and recommend implementation approaches aligned with platform standards. /li liIndependently lead technical discovery sessions for medium to large initiatives. /li liOwn end‑to‑end technical delivery for assigned initiatives, from discovery and solution design through testing, deployment, and production support. /li liProvide technical guidance and support to other Finance Systems Engineers during complex solution design and discovery sessions, sharing best practices and helping ensure scalable, high‑quality solutions. /li /ul h3bFinance Systems Engineering /b /h3 ul liConfigure and optimize Workday Financials while ensuring consistency, scalability, and data integrity. /li liDesign solutions that accurately translate operational activity into financial transactions, journal entries, and financial reporting. /li liDrive continuous improvements through configuration, automation, and process simplification.



/li liProduce and maintain high‑quality technical documentation and solution designs. /li /ul h3bIntegrations Automation /b /h3 ul liDesign and implement lightweight integrations and workflow automations using Make.com (a Celonis company) and other integration platforms. /li liPartner with integration engineers and external system owners to ensure reliable end‑to‑end financial data flows. /li liTroubleshoot integration issues and identify opportunities to improve resilience, scalability, and maintainability. /li /ul h3bFinance Partnership /b /h3 ul liServe as a trusted technical partner to Corporate Accounting during projects, month‑end close improvements, and production support. /li liInvestigate complex functional issues and perform root cause analysis across Workday and connected systems. /li liSupport Finance teams in evaluating, testing, and adopting new functionality delivered through Workday biannual releases. /li /ul h3bContinuous Improvement /b /h3 ul liEvaluate new Workday capabilities and emerging technologies that could improve Finance operations. /li liContribute technical recommendations for platform enhancements and process optimization. /li liParticipate in Workday biannual release planning, impact assessments, testing, and implementation. /li /ul h3bMinimum Qualifications /b /h3 ul liExtensive experience supporting Workday Financials in a complex enterprise environment. /li liStrong functional knowledge across multiple Workday Financials modules, including General Ledger, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Expenses, Banking, Billing, Accounts Receivable, and/or Revenue Management. /li liExpert‑level proficiency in configuring Workday business processes, security frameworks, custom reporting, and complex calculated fields. /li liProven experience leveraging EIBs for efficient data management. /li liSolid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, journal entries, and financial data flows. /li liStrong experience leading end‑to‑end solution delivery, from discovery and solution design through testing, deployment, and post‑production support. /li liStrong experience designing system solutions that balance business requirements with technical best practices. /li liExperience working with Workday integrations, EIBs, middleware platforms, or similar integration technologies. /li liExperience working within Agile software delivery teams. /li liFull professional proficiency in English is required. /li /ul h3bPreferred Qualifications /b /h3 ul liExperience working within Agile delivery teams using Scrum methodologies. /li liExperience mentoring or providing technical guidance to engineers during complex solution design and implementation. /li liExperience supporting global Finance organizations. /li liExposure to AI‑enabled productivity tools (e.g., Google Gemini, GenAI assistants) within enterprise environments. /li /ul h3bSuccess in This Role /b /h3 pThe ideal candidate enjoys solving complex business problems through technology and thrives in a collaborative environment. They are comfortable working independently, partnering with Finance stakeholders, and owning technical delivery from discovery through implementation while collaborating closely with Finance Systems leadership on overall platform direction. /p pSuccess in this role means delivering scalable, maintainable solutions, continuously improving our Finance Systems landscape,



serving as a trusted technical advisor for complex initiatives, and helping elevate engineering best practices across the team. /p h3bWhat Makes You Successful /b /h3 ul liStrong systems‑thinking mindset with the ability to simplify complex financial processes. /li liExcellent communication skills with the ability to translate between technical and accounting audiences. /li liComfortable working autonomously while knowing when to seek alignment on broader architectural or strategic decisions. /li liNaturally curious with a continuous improvement mindset. /li liCollaborative, pragmatic, and focused on delivering sustainable solutions. /li /ul pWhat Celonis can offer you: /p ul liPioneer Innovation: Work with the global leader in Process Mining and the Process Intelligence Graph to shape the future of AI‑driven business operations. /li liOwnership from Day 1: Every full‑time Celonaut is an owner, receiving Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and merit‑based refresh grants. /li liUnrivaled Family Support: Benefit from our inclusive parental leave policy—24 weeks of fully paid leave for primary carers and 12 weeks for supporting carers, available from your first day of employment. /li liWork‑Life Integration: Enjoy Unlimited PTO (in applicable regions) and generous PTO globally, as well as a flexible hybrid work model that balances remote focus with vibrant office collaboration. /li liContinuous Growth: Elevate your skills through our 70‑20‑10 learning framework, mentorship programs, and access to a dedicated learning platform. /li liHolistic Well‑being: Prioritize your health with subsidized Wellhub memberships, mental health counseling, and dedicated Wellness Weeks that prioritize work/life balance. /li liDrive Sustainability: Participate in annual Impact Days, where you receive paid time off to volunteer for community and environmental causes with your local office, or virtually. /li liGlobal Inclusion Belonging: Find community through our Inclusion Think Tank and participate in our annual Inclusion Days, ensuring every voice is heard and valued. /li liValue‑Driven Impact: Join a mission‑led organization where our core values—Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future—drive every decision. /li /ul h3bAbout Us /b /h3 pCelonis makes processes work — for people, companies, and the planet. Powered by process mining and AI, the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform integrates process data and business context to create a living digital twin of business operations. We enable thousands of companies worldwide to understand how their business actually runs and, together with their partners, build intelligent solutions that transform and continuously improve the way they operate — unlocking billions in value. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide. /p pGet familiar with the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform by watching this video. /p h3bCelonis Inclusion Statement: /b /h3 pAt Celonis, we believe our people make us who we are and that “Live for Customer Value”. We know that the best teams are made up of people who bring different perspectives to the table. And when everyone feels included, able to speak up and knows their voice is heard - that's when creativity and innovation happen. /p h3bYour Privacy: /b /h3 pAny information you submit to Celonis as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Celonis’ Accessibility and Candidate Notices. /p pBy submitting this application, you confirm that you agree to the storing and processing of your personal data by Celonis as described in our Privacy Notice for the Application and Hiring Process. /p pPlease be aware of common job offer scams, impersonators and frauds. Learn more here. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Finance Systems Engineer (Workday Financials) (Madrid)
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