Workiva

Workiva Inc. is a global software-as-a-service (SaaS) company based in Ames, Iowa, founded in 2008. It offers a cloud-based platform designed for connected reporting and compliance, helping organizations manage, link, report, and analyze critical business data in real time. The platform integrates data from various sources, enabling accurate and transparent reporting processes. Workiva's main offerings include two platforms: Wdesk and Wdata. These solutions support a range of reporting needs, including compliance, financial close, SEC and FERC filings, risk reporting, and sustainability reporting. The company serves a diverse clientele, including public and private companies, government agencies, and educational institutions across various industries such as healthcare, banking, and telecommunications. With a mission to enhance transparency in reporting, Workiva focuses on innovation and customer success. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol WK and employs approximately 2,828 people.

Information Technology & Services Ames, United States Founded 2008 ~2,564 employees NASDAQ: WK

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Employees
2,564
+1% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$288K
Revenue ~$739M
Stock
WK
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
10.8%
Tech: 8.4%
H1B filings, FY2025
4
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
53
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Workiva went from 2,345 employees in Oct 2024 to 2,564 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 179 people joined, 96 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Engineering591
Other531
Sales385
Operations299
Success273
Finance164
Marketing125
HR90

Executive compensation

Salaries at Workiva

All salaries

49 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering4
Marketing1
Operations1
Finance1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2025 alone: 4 filings.

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Workiva FAQ

How many employees does Workiva have?

Workiva has about 2,564 employees, up 1% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Workiva sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Workiva filed 4 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2025, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Workiva's revenue per employee?

Workiva makes about $288K in revenue per employee, based on $738.68M annual revenue and 2,564 employees.

How much does Workiva pay?

6figr has 49 salary profiles for Workiva in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Workiva salaries page. See Workiva salaries

Is Workiva a public company?

Yes. Workiva is publicly traded under the ticker WK on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.