Accounting Analyst

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too. About the Team Our Corporate Accounting team plays a key role in Workday's success, delivering reliable financial data and maintaining a foundation of thorough analysis, completeness, and accuracy. We work closely with partners across International Accounting, External Reporting, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Transfer Pricing — making this a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment for someone who enjoys understanding how the pieces come together, solving problems thoughtfully, and contributing to high-quality financial outcomes. Just as important, we're a team that cares about one another. We value teamwork, a welcoming environment, and a culture where people help each other succeed while continuing to grow and improve — and we make sure to have fun along the way. About the Role As an Accountant on the Corporate Accounting team, you will play an important part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of Workday's financial records. This is a hands-on role where you will take ownership of key accounting processes, collaborate across multiple teams, and contribute to meaningful improvements in how we work. In this role, you will be responsible for: • Analyzing financial data and applying accounting judgment to prepare journal entries for accruals, reclassifications, adjustments, and other items required by management • Owning month-end reconciliations end-to-end — investigating variances, identifying root causes, and partnering with cross-functional teams to drive timely resolution • Performing flux analysis for balance sheet and P&L accounts, providing clear, well-supported explanations of variances in monthly activity • Partnering closely with FP&A, Procurement, Prepaids, Treasury, International Accounting, External Reporting, and SOX teams to resolve accounting questions and ensure accurate recording of transactions • Identifying opportunities for process improvement and simplification, and driving them to completion to build efficiencies across the team • Supporting SOX compliance and monitoring efforts, proactively flagging and helping remediate control gaps during audits • Building trusted relationships with business partners, acting as a go-to resource for accounting questions • Supporting other Corporate Accounting areas and initiatives as priorities evolve over time About You Basic Qualifications • 4+ years of experience in accounting, with a solid foundation in US GAAP • 4+ years of experience using a large ERP system • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience Other Qualifications • Thorough und