Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Operational Efficiency
Mentorship
Data Conversion
IT Strategy
Systems Architecture
Quality Assurance
Supervision
Data Security
Privacy
Change Management
IaaS
Performance Tuning
Policies and Procedures
Microsoft Office
Information Technology
IT Management
Data Governance
Management
API Management
Middleware
Cloud Computing
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Talent Management
Roadmaps
Optimization
Continuous Improvement
Stakeholder Engagement
Communication
Organizational Change Management
Training
Innovation
Collaboration
Risk Management
HR Management
Financial Management
Accounting
Procurement
Financial Reporting
Payroll
Dashboard
Data Visualization
Enterprise Resource Planning
SAP
Oracle Financials
Finance
Core Banking
Regulatory Compliance
EMC RSA Archer
MuleSoft
Boomi
Informatica
API
Microsoft Exchange
Banking
Tableau
Microsoft Power BI
Prism
Analytics
Advanced Analytics
Visualization
Snow Flake Schema
Amazon Web Services
Amazon Redshift
Microsoft Azure
Data Warehouse
Reporting
ServiceNow
IT Service Management
Workflow
JIRA
Confluence
Agile
Documentation
Microsoft Project
Workday
Job Details
Job Description
The Executive Director of Workday Technology is responsible for overseeing the implementation, configuration and optimization of Workday Solutions at Northwest Bank to ensure robust adoption and operational efficiency. This role will drive technical strategy, oversee architecture decisions and manage Northwest's technology ecosystem. This role partners Finance, IT and HR delivering compliant and scalable solutions.
Essential Functions
Partner with Finance and HR Product Owners to define the long-term Workday roadmap
Direct and mentor technical teams across integrations, security, reporting and data conversion
Lead end-to-end technical strategy for enterprise Workday implementations
Manage recurring large-scale data loads to and from Workday ensuring accuracy, security and regulatory compliance with data policies
Collaborate with IT teams to establish and maintain system architecture and security protocols
Oversee quality assurance for all technical deliverables
Lead and manager a Workday Technology team which includes providing direction and supervision to direct staff, setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, conducting annual performance reviews, and escalating employee performance issues and operational risks
Foster a culture of inclusivity, collaboration and high performance
Ensure data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance across all Workday modules
Establish governance frameworks for configuration, integrations, and change management
Oversee Workday architecture design and integration with banking systems (ERP, core banking, risk tools)
Manage API strategy, middleware, and cloud infrastructure supporting Workday
Drive system optimization, performance tuning, and continuous improvement initiatives
Additional Essential Functions
Ensure compliance with Northwest's policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
Work as part of a team
Work with on-site equipment
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Master's Degree Business, Information Technology or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree Business, Information Technology or equivalent
Work Experience
12 - 15 years Enterprise Workday experience
12 - 15 years Technical leadership/architect role
8 - 12 years Managerial Experience
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Deep knowledge of Workday HCM, Financials, Payroll, and Integration frameworks
Familiarity with Workday Extend, Workday Skills Cloud, and Workday Reporting & Analytics.
Understanding of Workday security models, compliance, and data governance
Ability to design and oversee Workday architecture and integrations with banking systems
Experience with API management, middleware, and cloud-based solutions
Knowledge of AI/ML capabilities in Workday for skills-based talent management
Building and maintaining a technology roadmap aligned with business objectives
Driving Workday optimization strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
Aligning platform capabilities with regulatory requirements and banking compliance standards
Leading HR and Finance digital transformation using Workday
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills for adoption
Expertise in organizational change management and training strategies
Leading cross-functional teams (HR, Finance, IT) and external consultants
Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
Understanding banking operations, regulatory frameworks, and risk management
Familiarity with financial reporting standards and compliance in banking
Workday HCM - Human Capital Management for HR processes
Workday Financial Management - For accounting, procurement, and financial reporting
Workday Payroll - Payroll processing and compliance
Workday Integration Tools - Workday Studio, Workday Extend, and Workday APIs for custom integrations
Workday Reporting & Analytics - Advanced reporting, dashboards, and data visualization
ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle Financials) - Often integrated with Workday for financial operations
Core Banking Platforms (FIS, Temenos, Finastra) - For transactional and compliance data exchange
Risk & Compliance Tools (e.g., Archer, MetricStream) - For governance and regulatory adherence
MuleSoft, Dell Boomi, Informatica - For connecting Workday with other enterprise systems
API Gateways - For secure data exchange between Workday and banking applications
Tableau, Power BI, or Workday Prism Analytics - For advanced analytics and visualization
Snowflake, AWS Redshift, or Azure Synapse - For data warehousing and reporting
ServiceNow - For IT service management and workflow automation
Jira, Confluence - For Agile project tracking and documentation
Microsoft Project or Smartsheet - For planning and execution
Licenses and Certifications
Workday Integration Certificate
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The Executive Director of Workday Technology is responsible for overseeing the implementation, configuration and optimization of Workday Solutions at Northwest Bank to ensure robust adoption and operational efficiency. This role will drive technical strategy, oversee architecture decisions and manage Northwest's technology ecosystem. This role partners Finance, IT and HR delivering compliant and scalable solutions.
Essential Functions
Partner with Finance and HR Product Owners to define the long-term Workday roadmap
Direct and mentor technical teams across integrations, security, reporting and data conversion
Lead end-to-end technical strategy for enterprise Workday implementations
Manage recurring large-scale data loads to and from Workday ensuring accuracy, security and regulatory compliance with data policies
Collaborate with IT teams to establish and maintain system architecture and security protocols
Oversee quality assurance for all technical deliverables
Lead and manager a Workday Technology team which includes providing direction and supervision to direct staff, setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, conducting annual performance reviews, and escalating employee performance issues and operational risks
Foster a culture of inclusivity, collaboration and high performance
Ensure data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance across all Workday modules
Establish governance frameworks for configuration, integrations, and change management
Oversee Workday architecture design and integration with banking systems (ERP, core banking, risk tools)
Manage API strategy, middleware, and cloud infrastructure supporting Workday
Drive system optimization, performance tuning, and continuous improvement initiatives
Additional Essential Functions
Ensure compliance with Northwest's policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
Work as part of a team
Work with on-site equipment
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Master's Degree Business, Information Technology or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree Business, Information Technology or equivalent
Work Experience
12 - 15 years Enterprise Workday experience
12 - 15 years Technical leadership/architect role
8 - 12 years Managerial Experience
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Deep knowledge of Workday HCM, Financials, Payroll, and Integration frameworks
Familiarity with Workday Extend, Workday Skills Cloud, and Workday Reporting & Analytics.
Understanding of Workday security models, compliance, and data governance
Ability to design and oversee Workday architecture and integrations with banking systems
Experience with API management, middleware, and cloud-based solutions
Knowledge of AI/ML capabilities in Workday for skills-based talent management
Building and maintaining a technology roadmap aligned with business objectives
Driving Workday optimization strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
Aligning platform capabilities with regulatory requirements and banking compliance standards
Leading HR and Finance digital transformation using Workday
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills for adoption
Expertise in organizational change management and training strategies
Leading cross-functional teams (HR, Finance, IT) and external consultants
Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
Understanding banking operations, regulatory frameworks, and risk management
Familiarity with financial reporting standards and compliance in banking
Workday HCM - Human Capital Management for HR processes
Workday Financial Management - For accounting, procurement, and financial reporting
Workday Payroll - Payroll processing and compliance
Workday Integration Tools - Workday Studio, Workday Extend, and Workday APIs for custom integrations
Workday Reporting & Analytics - Advanced reporting, dashboards, and data visualization
ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle Financials) - Often integrated with Workday for financial operations
Core Banking Platforms (FIS, Temenos, Finastra) - For transactional and compliance data exchange
Risk & Compliance Tools (e.g., Archer, MetricStream) - For governance and regulatory adherence
MuleSoft, Dell Boomi, Informatica - For connecting Workday with other enterprise systems
API Gateways - For secure data exchange between Workday and banking applications
Tableau, Power BI, or Workday Prism Analytics - For advanced analytics and visualization
Snowflake, AWS Redshift, or Azure Synapse - For data warehousing and reporting
ServiceNow - For IT service management and workflow automation
Jira, Confluence - For Agile project tracking and documentation
Microsoft Project or Smartsheet - For planning and execution
Licenses and Certifications
Workday Integration Certificate
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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