Adaptive Planning Systems Analyst

Location: London/Remote

Salary: £55,000-£65,000

Role Type: Permanent

About the Role:

We’re working in partnership with a longstanding client to support their search for a Workday Planning Systems Analyst. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation undergoing continued investment in its enterprise planning capabilities. As part of their growing Workday team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, optimisation, and development of Workday Adaptive Planning, helping to enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and impact of budgeting and forecasting processes across Finance and other business units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the configuration, development, and maintenance of Workday Adaptive Planning
• Partner with Finance, HR, and business stakeholders to understand planning requirements and deliver effective system solutions
• Build and enhance models, reports, templates, and dashboards to support planning and forecasting cycles
• Manage user roles, security settings, hierarchies, and system configuration
• Assist with integrations between Workday Core HCM/Finance and Adaptive Planning
• Troubleshoot issues and ensure timely resolution across the planning platform
• Support planning processes such as annual budget cycles, rolling forecasts, and management reporting
• Conduct data validation and support UAT for new features and releases
• Deliver training and support to end-users and key stakeholders

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience as a Workday Adaptive Planning Analyst or Adaptive Planning Consultant
• Hands-on expertise in Workday Adaptive Planning
• Strong understanding of planning processes and financial modelling
• Solid Excel skills and familiarity with data structures
• Experience with Workday Core HCM and/or Finance modules is advantageous
• Confident working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholder relationships
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

Please forward your CV to gary@systemsaccountants.com