Financial Applications Specialist II
Job Description
Job Description
Column Technical Services is seeking a strategic Financial Applications Specialist II with expertise in Workday and time & attendance systems to lead cross-functional initiatives from concept to production in Manhattan, NY. This role will focus on evaluating business challenges and delivering innovative solutions through application enhancements, system integrations, and automation. Apply today to start a conversation.
Please Note: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Residency in New York or New Jersey is required to support occasional in-person meetings in Manhattan, NY.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing high-volume payroll operations and managing related project deliverables.
- Maintaining accuracy and integrity across all internal and external payroll system interfaces.
- Ensuring full compliance with customer requirements and relevant statutory and regulatory standards.
- Supporting business initiatives with financial analysis, clear documentation, and comprehensive training.
- Creating and maintaining process documentation while mentoring junior team members.
- Collaborating with third-party providers and cross-functional internal teams to design integration strategies and document technical solutions.
Key Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 to 7 years' experience in payroll and/or time & attendance, ideally within a healthcare or non-profit environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in Workday Payroll configuration and reporting.
- Familiarity with Symplr Workforce Management or comparable Time & Attendance systems such as Kronos.
- Proven track record in project/program management within a healthcare setting.
- Ability to gain deep knowledge of operational workflows and leverage system capabilities for optimal results.
- Comfortable navigating across multiple applications and databases.
- Quick learner who stays current on developments in payroll technologies and ERP systems.
- Embraces emerging technologies and implements new HR policies through system improvements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to distill complex information.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a history of building trusted relationships across senior leadership and peers.
- Proven ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
- Takes initiative to challenge established norms and drive change toward process efficiency and business transformation.
- Commitment to continuous improvement through analytical thinking and adaptability.
Company DescriptionWe prioritize a culture of transparency and trust—where open communication is valued and every employee feels supported, heard, and empowered to grow.
Company Description
We prioritize a culture of transparency and trust—where open communication is valued and every employee feels supported, heard, and empowered to grow.