Workday Specialist-Fin
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Workday Administrator, the Workday Specialist- FIN provides functional and technical support for Workday Financial Management applications utilized by Finance, People and Culture (P&C), and other departments. The role supports system configuration, user security, reporting, data integrity, day-to-day operational needs and ongoing management of the Workday Financial suite across the organization, while assisting with system enhancements integrations and release updates. The Workday Specialist - FIN works collaboratively, provides functional leadership, oversight of configuration and serve as the primary liaison between Finance, It and external vendors to ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient financial system operations. This role requires a strong blend of Workday expertise, leadership, financial process acumen, and stakeholder engagement. The Workday Specialist - FIN will play a key role in optimizing financial operations and ensuring the Workday platform effectively supports business objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience supporting, configuring, or administering large-scale ERP systems (e.g. Workday, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms)
- Proven experience leading and managing ERP Financial implementations, post-production support, system upgrades or large-scale enhancement projects.
- Deep understanding of financial processes and operations (i.e. AP, AR, GL, internal controls) including GAAP compliance, financial close, balance sheet, procurement lifecycles, financial accounting close process including journal entries and financial statements, financial reporting and compliance.
- Proficiency with reporting and analytic skills, including custom reporting, dashboards, data analysis, calculated fields and system-generated reporting tools).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
- Experience supporting ERP system integrations with third-party platforms that include banking, payroll, procurement, general ledger and balance sheet.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals
- Proven ability & experience in testing solutions in demo or sandbox environment before implementation or deployment
Nice To Haves
- Grant or Fund Accounting experience.
Responsibilities
- Administration, Support, Maintenance & Governance (35%)
- Implementation & Optimization (30%)
- Reporting & Analytics (15%)
- Integration & Data (10%)
- Engagement & Communication (10%)
- Maintains awareness of current and emerging trends within the Workday eco-system and surrounding technology systems with a focus on supporting the missions, the Financial functional and organizational needs by applying new services, development, delivery and technologies.
- Participates in departmental, agency and professional meetings and workgroups, as assigned.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
- Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
- Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
- Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
