Director, Business Systems Innovation - Workday at Fortra

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years in ERP, financial systems, or business systems roles, with exposure to HRIS
  • 3+ years hands-on experience with Workday Financials; familiarity with HCM is preferred
  • Proven track record in financial product ownership or business analysis within enterprise systems
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. Background in Information Systems or HR is a plus
  • Excellent financial analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Workday certifications in Financials; HCM certification is a plus
  • Experience in post-implementation financial optimization and support
  • Familiarity with financial and HR integration tools and middleware (e.g., Workday Studio, EIB, or third-party APIs)

Responsibilities

  • Own the Workday product roadmap for Financial and HCM modules
  • Define and prioritize the product backlog in alignment with business goals
  • Lead platform governance and change management processes
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, Security, and other departments to gather requirements and feedback
  • Facilitate workshops, demos, and training sessions to drive adoption and understanding
  • Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and improved user experience across both Financial and HCM modules
  • Monitor system performance and ensure financial and PX data integrity across modules
  • Work closely with the BSI delivery teams, vendors, and support teams to deliver enhancements
  • Own and maintain the Workday product backlog, ensuring it is continuously refined, strategically prioritized, and aligned with delivery team needs through well-defined requirements and prompt, actionable feedback
  • Manage release cycles, testing, and deployment of new features
  • Partner with Fortra Sec/IT team to ensure Workday configurations meet internal policies and external regulatory requirements
  • Maintain documentation and audit trails for all changes and decisions

Skills

Workday
Workday Financials
Workday HCM
Product Roadmap
Product Backlog
Change Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Platform Governance
Automation
Data Integrity
System Optimization

Fortra

Cybersecurity solutions for businesses and enterprises

About Fortra

Fortra provides cybersecurity solutions aimed at protecting businesses from evolving cyber threats. Their products include threat detection and response, data protection, network security, and automation tools, all designed to work together seamlessly. Fortra differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on customer success and offering integrated and scalable solutions that can adapt to the needs of both small and large organizations. The company's goal is to simplify cybersecurity for its clients, ensuring they can operate securely and efficiently in a complex digital landscape.

Eden Prairie, MinnesotaHeadquarters
1991Year Founded
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
CybersecurityIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from market leaders may impact Fortra's market share and pricing.
Potential class action suit from ransomware attack could harm Fortra's reputation and finances.
Dependency on third-party distributors may affect direct customer relationships and profit margins.

Differentiation

Fortra offers integrated and scalable cybersecurity solutions for diverse business needs.
The company focuses on customer-centric approaches to enhance cybersecurity posture and automation.
Fortra's XDR solution provides comprehensive security across identity, network, cloud, and endpoints.

Upsides

Growing demand for XDR solutions boosts Fortra's market potential and client base.
Strategic partnerships in North America and EMEA expand Fortra's reach and service offerings.
Recognition as a market leader in security awareness training enhances brand reputation.

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