Workday Finance Analyst

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Job Description Summary

The Workday Finance Analyst is responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing Workday Financial Management modules to enhance financial operations, ensure data integrity, and support compliance with regulatory and accounting standards. This position collaborates closely with Business Affairs, IT and Human Resources to improve financial workflows, troubleshoot issues, and develop best practices for financial reporting and system integrations. The ideal candidate understands accounting principles, financial data and Workday functionality. They can easily apply this expertise to system configuration, reporting data integrity and process improvement.

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve based on organizational needs, and similar or related tasks may be assigned as necessary. Management reserves the right to assign additional duties as required.

• Workday Financial Management: Configure, administer, and maintain Workday financial modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Procurement, Banking & Settlement and Expense Management and Adaptive Planning.
• Process Optimization: Analyze, develop, and implement enhancements to financial workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify areas for automation and process improvement.
• System Upgrades & Testing: Manage testing, validation, and deployment of Workday system updates and feature enhancements. Ensure that new configurations align with financial policies and compliance standards.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Develop, oversee, and validate financial data within Workday to support compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Training & Support: Provide end-user training and ongoing support for financial processes within Workday. Develop and maintain documentation for financial workflows, processes, and system configurations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a liaison between Business Affairs, IT, HR, and external vendors to troubleshoot system issues, manage integrations, and implement financial reporting solutions.
• Data Integrity & Security: Conduct regular audits of financial data to ensure accuracy, proper classification, and compliance with security protocols.
• Other Duties: Perform other responsibilities as assigned, including assisting with special financial projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Note: The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are representative but not exhaustive. Candidates may be expected to demonstrate additional competencies relevant to the role. Meeting the listed qualifications does not guarantee job placement or advancement.

• Strong knowledge of Workday Financial Management modules, including General Ledger, Procurement, Banking and Expenses and Budgeting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes, and the relationship between financial transactions, general ledger activity, and financial reporting.
• Experience with system administration, business process configurations, and security settings within Workday.
• Proficiency in financial data analysis and reporting tools within Workday, including Workday Report Writer and Workday Prism.  
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex financial and system-related challenges.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in Workday financial reports and data loads.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, including Finance, IT, HR, and external vendors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Three years of experience in financial information systems management.
• Experience configuring and maintaining Workday Financial Management modules.

Preferred:

• Workday certifications in Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report or Financial Reporting.
• Experience in higher education or non-profit financial management.
• Familiarity with Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Student modules.
• Background in financial data analysis and reporting.

Ringling College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The College provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to sex, age, gender, color, race, national or ethnic origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.