Senior Financial Systems Analyst

Ulteig•Bismarck, ND

About The Position

The Senior Finance System Analyst will be the primary system administrator for the organization’s Budget and Forecast platform, Workday Adaptive Planning. This individual will manage system configuration, liaise with end-users, and manage the enhancement roadmap. The administrator will work closely with the Financial Planning & Analysis team to manage the product backlog and enhancement requests and oversee system upgrades. The administrator will also advise the Business Applications team on Workday Adaptive Planning integrations with other financial and operational systems. The ideal candidate will provide guidance on optimal system use, ensuring seamless adoption and ongoing efficiency.

Requirements

Strong system administration skills, including configuration, customization, and maintenance of Financial platforms.
Proficient in FP&A processes such as budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Strong proficiency in data management, reporting, and developing dashboards to support project decision-making
Advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution abilities, focusing on root cause analysis.
Ability to prioritize and manage product backlogs and enhancement requests effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams and both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
High attention to detail, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
Customer focused mindset and approach to problem-solving.
Ability to be organized and set priorities to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
At least 10 years of experience as a system admin with 5 years in Workday Adaptive Planning.
Experience collaborating on system integrations (e.g., ERP, CRM, HRIS), ensuring data integrity, and optimizing performance
Experience in forecasting and scenario planning of the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in creating and delivering training programs and user support for system adoption is preferred.
Familiarity with reporting tools, data visualization, and the ability to derive actionable insights from system data.
Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Maintain up-to-date system documentation, including user guides, system architecture, and troubleshooting manuals.
Collect and analyze user feedback to improve the system and resolve pain points.
Manage and prioritize the product backlog, including new feature requests, system improvements, and bug fixes, working with third-party consultants and the Business Systems team to resolve technical issues.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Business Leaders, Finance and Accounting team, and the Business Systems team, to gather and analyze requirements for system enhancements.
Facilitate a release schedule for system improvements based on organizational needs and emerging project management trends.
Advise on and implement best practices for optimal system use, ensuring alignment with project management methodologies and organizational goals.
Conduct regular audits of system usage to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
Oversee system data integrity, ensuring accurate data entry, integrations, updates, and reporting.
Assist in the development and coordinate testing of improvements and system updates.
Provide end-user functional training for financial systems and processes.
Advise Business Applications teams on integrations between related systems.
Design and develop reports, dashboards, and other analytical tools to meet business needs.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve system capabilities, usage, and alignment with organizational objectives.
Lead system adoption initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in project management practices.