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Location
Cary, North Carolina
Alternative Location(s)
* Posting Location: New York, New York
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Travel Required
10%
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Grade
12T
Posted Date
09-Nov-2026
Job ID
21533
Description and Requirements
The Team You Will Join
When you join MetLife’s Global Technology team, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking group dedicated to shaping the future of digital solutions for customers worldwide. You’ll develop, maintain and support technology applications and delivery, leveraging AI, automation, and contemporary ways of working to enhance experiences and drive business outcomes. Your work will simplify complex processes, improve tech resiliency, and ensure high-performing, seamless solutions that power life’s most important moments. In this dynamic environment, you’ll collaborate with talented peers across teams and functions, expanding your skills in impactful ways. Ready to push boundaries and set new industry standards? Join us and help drive the future of technology forward.
The Opportunity
The Workday Accounting Center Lead is responsible for serving as a Workday Accounting Center subject matter expert, driving the design, configuration, testing, and continuous improvement of Accounting Center and related accounting capabilities within Workday Financials across the enterprise. Guided by our purpose – always with you building a more confident future – and our New Frontier strategy focused on stronger growth, attractive returns and all-weather performance, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to MetLife’s ERP Modernization journey as we transition from PeopleSoft to Workday Financials.
As an Accounting Center specialist in MetLife, this role will partner closely with Finance and Accounting stakeholders, implementation partners, & other technology teams to deliver scalable solutions that enable the business to transform. During the ERP Modernization program, this lead will provide hands-on expertise in Workday Accounting Center, helping to drive configuration decisions, resolve issues, and support related Workday areas (ie: Reporting, Integrations, Security). Following each market go-live, the role will then support ongoing solution maintenance, functional optimization, & enhancements to maximize the value of MetLife’s investment in Workday.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, configuration, & deployment of Workday Accounting Center solutions, including accounting rules, posting rules, journal sources, & subledger-to-General Ledger accounting, ensuring alignment with business & IT objectives
- Partner with Finance, Accounting, & other business stakeholders to translate accounting requirements into Workday Accounting Center capabilities
- Support Workday Accounting Center configuration activities during the ERP Modernization program, providing guidance on design decisions, issue resolution, testing support, risk mitigation, and deployment readiness activities
- Coordinate dependencies between Accounting Center and other Workday Financials areas, including Accounts Payable, Procurement, Expenses, Assets, Banking, Reporting, Security, Integrations, & Prism
- Develop & maintain Accounting Center configuration standards, documentation, and governance processes that drive business value
- Coordinate with implementation partners, technical & business teams to deliver enhancements, prioritize work, troubleshoot issues, and continuously improve the user experience for our customers
- Serve as an escalation point for Accounting Center issues, providing functional and solution leadership
- Identify opportunities for process simplification, automation, and optimization within accounting and period-end processes
- Mentor & guide team members while promoting Workday Accounting Center best practices
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline, with demonstrated experience delivering financial technology solutions
- 3-5 years working experience in Workday Financials, ideally Accounting Center, including the ability to configure & support accounting rules, posting rules, journals, & accounting adjustments, with familiarity across related Workday Financials modules (Accounts Payable, Procurement, Expenses, Assets, Banking, Financial Reporting)
- Proficiency leveraging Workday AI-enabled tools & technologies to enhance productivity & operational efficiency
- Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with business stakeholders & translate accounting requirements into technology solutions
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, & communication skills with the ability to resolve complex issues
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Workday Prism & PeopleSoft Financials
- Demonstrated ability to support platform enhancements & continuous optimization efforts
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, & collaboration skills with a track record of effectively partnering with business & technology teams
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 - $161,600. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more! For more information regarding MetLife’s U.S. benefits, please click here.
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
This posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 90 days from the listed posting date.
General Information
Location
Cary, North Carolina
Alternative Location(s)
* Posting Location: New York, New York
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Travel Required
10%
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Grade
12T
Posted Date
09-Nov-2026
Job ID
21533
Description and Requirements
The Team You Will Join
When you join MetLife’s Global Technology team, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking group dedicated to shaping the future of digital solutions for customers worldwide. You’ll develop, maintain and support technology applications and delivery, leveraging AI, automation, and contemporary ways of working to enhance experiences and drive business outcomes. Your work will simplify complex processes, improve tech resiliency, and ensure high-performing, seamless solutions that power life’s most important moments. In this dynamic environment, you’ll collaborate with talented peers across teams and functions, expanding your skills in impactful ways. Ready to push boundaries and set new industry standards? Join us and help drive the future of technology forward.
The Opportunity
The Workday Accounting Center Lead is responsible for serving as a Workday Accounting Center subject matter expert, driving the design, configuration, testing, and continuous improvement of Accounting Center and related accounting capabilities within Workday Financials across the enterprise. Guided by our purpose – always with you building a more confident future – and our New Frontier strategy focused on stronger growth, attractive returns and all-weather performance, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to MetLife’s ERP Modernization journey as we transition from PeopleSoft to Workday Financials.
As an Accounting Center specialist in MetLife, this role will partner closely with Finance and Accounting stakeholders, implementation partners, & other technology teams to deliver scalable solutions that enable the business to transform. During the ERP Modernization program, this lead will provide hands-on expertise in Workday Accounting Center, helping to drive configuration decisions, resolve issues, and support related Workday areas (ie: Reporting, Integrations, Security). Following each market go-live, the role will then support ongoing solution maintenance, functional optimization, & enhancements to maximize the value of MetLife’s investment in Workday.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, configuration, & deployment of Workday Accounting Center solutions, including accounting rules, posting rules, journal sources, & subledger-to-General Ledger accounting, ensuring alignment with business & IT objectives
- Partner with Finance, Accounting, & other business stakeholders to translate accounting requirements into Workday Accounting Center capabilities
- Support Workday Accounting Center configuration activities during the ERP Modernization program, providing guidance on design decisions, issue resolution, testing support, risk mitigation, and deployment readiness activities
- Coordinate dependencies between Accounting Center and other Workday Financials areas, including Accounts Payable, Procurement, Expenses, Assets, Banking, Reporting, Security, Integrations, & Prism
- Develop & maintain Accounting Center configuration standards, documentation, and governance processes that drive business value
- Coordinate with implementation partners, technical & business teams to deliver enhancements, prioritize work, troubleshoot issues, and continuously improve the user experience for our customers
- Serve as an escalation point for Accounting Center issues, providing functional and solution leadership
- Identify opportunities for process simplification, automation, and optimization within accounting and period-end processes
- Mentor & guide team members while promoting Workday Accounting Center best practices
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline, with demonstrated experience delivering financial technology solutions
- 3-5 years working experience in Workday Financials, ideally Accounting Center, including the ability to configure & support accounting rules, posting rules, journals, & accounting adjustments, with familiarity across related Workday Financials modules (Accounts Payable, Procurement, Expenses, Assets, Banking, Financial Reporting)
- Proficiency leveraging Workday AI-enabled tools & technologies to enhance productivity & operational efficiency
- Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with business stakeholders & translate accounting requirements into technology solutions
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, & communication skills with the ability to resolve complex issues
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Workday Prism & PeopleSoft Financials
- Demonstrated ability to support platform enhancements & continuous optimization efforts
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, & collaboration skills with a track record of effectively partnering with business & technology teams
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 - $161,600. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more! For more information regarding MetLife’s U.S. benefits, please click here.
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
This posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 90 days from the listed posting date.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Lead Accountant
Align your credentials with EB-2 requirements
EB-2 covers advanced-degree professionals, so a master's in accounting or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience qualifies. Document promotions, expanded scope of responsibility, and supervisory duties carefully before your employer files the PERM application.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for Lead Accountants in your specific metro area. Pull the wage level before accepting an offer so you can verify your employer's figure and avoid a deficient filing.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Find Lead Accountant roles at employers who already understand the PERM recruitment process. Migrate Mate shows verified green card sponsorship history by employer and occupation, so you can prioritize companies that have sponsored this role before.
File I-140 concurrently to lock in your priority date
Once PERM is certified, ask your employer to file the I-140 immediately. Your priority date is set when USCIS receives that petition, and for nationals of high-demand countries, an earlier date can significantly shorten the wait for an available visa number.
Understand AC21 portability before changing jobs mid-process
If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 lets you transfer sponsorship to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your priority date, as long as your original I-140 was approved.
Review your O*NET occupation profile before interviews
PERM filings for Lead Accountants reference the O*NET occupational definition, including required education and experience. Knowing how DOL classifies this role helps you frame your resume and interview responses to match the duties your employer will certify.
Green Card Lead Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for Lead Accountants differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residence rather than temporary status. For Lead Accountants, the employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 with USCIS. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals of high-demand countries like India and China may wait years for a visa number to become available, unlike the H-1B visa which has a fixed cap and annual lottery.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from the DOL, then conduct a formal recruitment test to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. workers applied for the Lead Accountant role. This includes posting job ads, reviewing applications, and documenting rejection reasons. Only after completing that recruitment phase can the employer file the PERM application with the DOL through the FLAG system.
Does my CPA license affect eligibility for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
CPA licensure strengthens an EB-2 petition by substantiating that the Lead Accountant role requires a high level of professional expertise. For EB-3, a bachelor's degree in accounting plus the documented experience your employer certifies on the PERM application is typically sufficient. Neither category requires a CPA, but holding one can support the employer's case that the position warrants sponsorship and meets specialty requirements.
How do I find Lead Accountant jobs where employers are already open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history searchable by occupation, so you can focus your applications on companies that have filed PERM applications for accounting roles before. This saves time compared to asking each employer individually whether they sponsor and avoids offers that stall because an employer is unfamiliar with the PERM process.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
It depends on how far along your case is. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 was approved, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. Before the 180-day mark, changing employers generally requires the new employer to begin the PERM process from scratch.