Senior Workday Financials Product Manager

Senior Workday Financials Product Manager Position Type: State: Virginia City: Arlington Zip Code: 22203 Overview AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we've established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term. Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Workday Financials Product Manager with deep expertise in the Procure to Pay (P2P) process to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and optimizing the Workday Financials platform, focusing on the P2P lifecycle, including procurement, vendor management, invoicing, and payments. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, accounting, and IT, to drive process improvements and ensure the system aligns with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Business Process Optimization : Assess, refine, and enhance the Procure to Pay workflows to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control. Provide expert recommendations to optimize procurement, vendor management, invoicing, and payment processes. Workday Financials Configuration: Configure and maintain Workday Financials, with a primary focus on P2P modules such as procurement, supplier accounts, invoicing, and payments. Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement : Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders, business units, and technical teams. Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables for Workday Financials projects, particularly in the P2P area. Functional Expertise & Support : Provide deep functional expertise in Workday Financials, offering strategic guidance and hands-on support for complex P2P issues. Ensure system configurations meet business needs and regulatory requirements. Workday Integration & Customization : Work with IT and integration teams to ensure seamless integration of Workday with third-party systems and tools used in the P2P process. Customize workflows and processes as needed. Training & Mentorship : Develop training materials and ensure that business users are fully equipped to leverage Workday's P2P functionality. Testing & Documentation : Develop and execute test plans and test cases for Workday P2P configurations and updates. Ensure thorough documentation of all processes, configurations, and customizations. Reporting & Analytics : Lead the design and development of advanced P2P reporting and dashboards to support business intelligence and decision-making. Compliance & Risk Management : Ensure that the P2P processes adhere to internal controls, policies, and external regulations, minimizing risk and ensuring audit readiness. Qualifications: Education : Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business, or a related field. Experience : 5+ years of hands-on experience with Workday Financials, with at least 3 years focused on the Procure to Pay process. Technical Skills : Expert-level knowledge of Workday Financials, particularly in P2P areas like procurement, supplier accounts, requisitions, purchase orders, invoicing, and payments. Experience with Workday Financials implementation, configuration, and ongoing support. Strong understanding of accounting principles, procurement operations, and vendor management. Proficiency in Workday reporting, dashboards, and data analysis. Experience with integrations between Workday and third-party systems (e.g., ERP, procurement tools). Leadership & Communication Skills : Proven ability to lead and manage Workday Financials projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams. Excellent communication skills for engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex issues in the P2P workflow. Preferred Certifications: Workday Financials Certification (Procure to Pay) or equivalent experience is strongly preferred. How AvalonBay Supports You We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we're committed to showing our appreciation. We offer: Comprehensive benefits - health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Click on Benefits ( for information. Growth based on achievement and promotion from within. Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization - including destination awards, 'AvalonBay's Very Best' recognition program and others!). A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes. A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement. Additional Info AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things. AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law. For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (

Created: 2024-11-05