Workday IT Project Manager

Job Title:          Finance and HR IT Project Manager (Workday)
Location:         Remote USA
Position:          Full-Time Direct Hire

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Overview:
TalentFish is casting a line for a detail-oriented Workday IT Project Manager! This is a full-time opportunity with our premier global client.

·       The IT Project Manager will support operational governance, SOX compliance activities, and smaller technology initiatives within their ERP environment, including Workday.

·       This is a client-side role focused on coordinating recurring control activities, supporting audit readiness, and driving structured execution of small-to-medium initiatives across Finance and HR systems.

What You Bring to the Role. (Ideal Experience)

• 4–7 years of IT project management experience working with enterprise application software.
• Experience managing both small- and large-scale projects concurrently.
• Experience supporting SOX IT controls, audit activities, or compliance-related processes (strongly preferred).
• Background in client-side or internal PM roles rather than consulting-only environments (preferred).
• Experience with Workday is required.
• Experience with other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage recurring deadlines such as monthly controls
• Comfort working in environments where processes are still maturing
• Ability to follow up persistently and ensure tasks are completed across multiple stakeholders
• Clear written communication skills for audit documentation and stakeholder updates
• Ability to identify gaps in ownership and drive accountability across IT, Finance, and HR teams

What You''ll Do. (Skills Used in this Position)

• Manage large global technical projects with up to 20+ resources.
• Build strong relationships with functional and technical teams and integrating requirement definitions, project planning, and resource direction.
• Partner with global project sponsors, project teams, other project managers, and product managers to evaluate technical and business requirements and develop solution alternatives.
• Work closely with third-party consulting and technology partners.
• Coordinate and track monthly and quarterly SOX IT controls, including detective and monitoring controls related to ERP and supporting systems.
• Partner with Internal Audit, Finance, HR, and IT to ensure timely evidence collection, documentation, and remediation tracking.
• Support audit requests and maintain organized documentation to demonstrate control effectiveness.
• Manage small-to-mid-sized system enhancements and operational initiatives, ensuring scope, timelines, and stakeholders are aligned.
• Bring structure and follow-through to recurring operational processes that span multiple teams.
• Track and escalate risks, delays, and ownership gaps to leadership in a clear and timely manner.
• Support governance activities including change tracking, release coordination, and control-related process improvements.
• Maintain visibility into cross-system dependencies that impact compliance or operational stability.
• Help standardize documentation and repeatable processes across Finance and HR system support activities.

Compensation and Employment
This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. The expected salary range for this position is $140,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role qualifies for full comprehensive employee benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client''s background check policies and applicable laws.

TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible. At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity.