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Workday Finance Functional Analyst

Nait

Campus, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Ready to start your next chapter with NAIT?

At NAIT, we're passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.

If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply and join us in creating a brighter future - together.

Important Application Deadline Notice

Please note that Workday closes job postings at 11:59pm MST on the day before the posting end date listed above.

To ensure your application is received, submit no later than 11:59pm MST the day prior to the posting end date.

Internal NAIT Employees

Current NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this opportunity. To be considered, please submit your application through the NAIT Jobs Hub rather than the external career site.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Workday Finance Manager, the Workday Finance Functional Analystis responsible forsupporting,maintaining, troubleshooting, configuring, enhancing, andoptimizingthe organization's Workday Financial Management system. This role acts as a liaison between Finance, Information Technology, and business stakeholders to analyze business requirements, configure and support Workday Finance processes, resolve system issues, and recommend system improvements aligned with organizationalobjectives.

The incumbent will support day-to-day Workday Financial operations,participatein system enhancements and projects, perform testing and reporting activities, and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Functional Support, Troubleshooting & Configuration

  • Provide functional support for Workday Financial Management modules, including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and ongoing system maintenance.

  • Investigate, analyze, and resolve Workday Finance system issues, configuration problems, and user-reported incidentsin a timely manner.

  • Configure andmaintainWorkday Finance business processes, security roles, validations, notifications, and workflow configurations.

  • Support andmaintainWorkday Financial Management modules such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Expenses, Accounts Receivable, and Projects.

  • Monitor system functionality and recommend configuration improvements to enhance operational efficiency and user experience.

  • Collaborate with technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve system defects and support integrations.

  • Participate in Workday releases, feature updates, system enhancements, and post-production support activities.

Business Analysis & Process Improvement

  • Work closely with Finance departments to understand operational needs and improve business processes.

  • Facilitate requirement gathering sessions, workflow analysis, and solution design discussions.

  • Analyze current-state and future-state business processes and recommend system and process improvements.

  • Recommend best practices and standardized processes aligned with Workday functionality.

  • Prepare functional specifications, process documentation, configuration documentation, and user procedures.

Reporting & Data Support

  • Develop,maintain, and support Workday financial reports, dashboards, and data extracts.

  • Assistusers with reporting requirements, troubleshooting reporting issues, and supporting data analysis needs.

  • Support data validation, reconciliation, and audit activities asrequired.

Testing & Implementation Support

  • Coordinate and perform system testing, including unit testing, integration testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).

  • Develop and execute test scripts for system enhancements, configuration changes, and upgrades.

  • Support implementation projects, enhancements, and post-go-live stabilization activities.

  • Validate configuration changes and ensure solutions meet business requirements.

Stakeholder Support & Training

  • Provide user support, troubleshootingassistance, and guidance related to Workday Finance functionality.

  • Deliver training and knowledge transfer to end users asrequired.

  • Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and external consultants on Workday-related initiatives.

  • Support change management and communication activities related to system enhancements and process changes.

Skills & Abilities

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent troubleshooting and system configuration capabilities.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship management abilities.

  • Ability to translate business requirements into functional solutions.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

  • Strong documentation and process mapping skills.

  • Commitment to continuous improvement and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

Education

  • Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.

  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of experience supporting Workday Financial Management or similar ERP financial systems.

  • Experience with Workday Finance functional support, troubleshooting, configuration, and business process analysis.

  • Experience working within Finance operations, ERP implementations, or system support environments.

  • Experience in higher education, public sector, or large complex organizations is considered an asset.

Assets / Preferred Qualifications

The following experience would be considered an asset:

  • Workday Reporting experience, including custom reports and dashboards.

  • Knowledge of Workday Financial Data Model (FDM) andWorktags.

  • Experience supporting modules such as:

  • General Ledger

  • Accounts Payable

  • Procurement

  • Expenses

  • Accounts Receivable

  • Projects or Grants

  • Experience with testing methodologies and UAT coordination.

  • Experience supporting Workday releases and enhancements.

  • PMP, CBAP, or related certifications are considered an asset.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Remuneration

Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

The compensation range for this job posting is : $84,655.22 - $112,153.60

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.


About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta's top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.


People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.


NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.


NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.


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