Workday Business Systems Analyst (FIN)

UL Standards & Engagement • Evanston, IL

2d • $74,051 - $101,820 • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Workday Business System Analyst (FIN) at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement, based in our Evanston, Illinois, office. The Workday Business System Analyst (FIN) is responsible for developing and managing custom Finance reports and dashboards for UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement organizations. The analyst initiates business- as- usual type changes and delivers reporting solutions that provide meaningful insights and data analysis to support decision-making and meet the organizations’ financial reporting needs.

Requirements

• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, calculated fields, and visualization using Workday reporting tools (e.g., Workday Report Writer, Report Designer, Prism Analytics).
• Strong understanding of Finance business processes and data structures.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), FP&A, Fixed Assets, and related functions.
• Proficiency in requirements gathering, process mapping, and documentation.
• Strong qualitative and analytical capabilities, including advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with analytical mindset.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial data appropriately.
• Understanding data governance principles and best practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience with Workday is required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Workday Report Writer, Report Designer, Prism Analytics, Adaptive) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement custom reports and dashboards in Workday using tools such as Workday Report Writer, Workday Report Designer, and Workday Prism Analytics.
• Translate business requirements into accurate, actionable reports by interpreting data sources and understanding stakeholder needs.
• Execute standard operational updates (initiating business‑as‑usual change requests), including creating and modifying Expense Items, finance- and grant‑related Worktags, Ledger Accounts, Payment Terms, Procurement Reasons, Requisition Types, and Revenue Categories.
• Configure Spend Categories, Cost Centers, Cost Center Hierarchies, and Organizations across both Workday and Adaptive.
• Generate and analyze finance-related data and metrics to provide insights that support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including managers, Finance teams, and executives, to understand their needs and translate them into meaningful solutions across both reporting and business-as-usual-requests.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of existing reports and dashboards by regularly reviewing and updating them.
• Adjust reports layouts, data sources, and calculations to enhance usability, relevance, and data integrity.
• Stay current with Workday updates, industry trends, and emerging technologies to enhance reporting capabilities and effectively leverage new features, while maintaining strong data governance practices.
• Ensure the integrity and security of data used in reports and dashboards by adhering to established data governance policies and best practices.
• Maintain data accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality through proper controls and ongoing monitoring.
• Validate and reconcile data from multiple sources to ensure the reliability, consistency, and accuracy of report outputs.
• Document report requirements, specifications and processes to support future reference, knowledge sharing, and consistent reporting practices.
• Provide training and support to end-users and create clear, user-friendly documentation and guides to assist with system use and understanding.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, Finance, IT, and other key stakeholders to gather requirements, align reporting with organizational goals, and ensure clear communication for issue resolution and progress updates.
• Document and execute routine Finance-related requests in adherence with standard change control processes.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• bonus compensation
• comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay
• additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment
• flexible working arrangements
• paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level