Finance System Analyst III

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*** Finance Systems Analyst III
*** serves as a subject matter expert (SME) related to Finance business processes, systems functionality, configuration and capabilities. This position is responsible for the maintenance, administration and support of Finance Systems, and ancillary systems, in alignment with Finance programs goals and initiatives.
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* What you will do:

*** Finance Systems Analyst III serves as a subject matter expert (SME) related to Finance business processes, systems functionality, configuration and capabilities.
* Assist with the development and maintenance of a reporting repository and support reporting and analytics requests.
* Proactively seek opportunities to enhance Workday Financials and related processes and reporting.
* Strong ability to research new functionalities, engage with Workday Community, and remain informed of best practices.
* Create and maintain system documentation, including user guides, process flows, and configuration documentation.
* Assist with Workday training for end users as needed.
* Participate in scheduled systems upgrades, including test plan development, regression testing, and reviewing and prototyping new functionality.
* Support change management activities, including authoring user documentation and facilitating training sessions.
* Gather and qualify business requirements and recommend solutions in collaboration with partnering teams (IT, Payroll, HR).
* Analyze existing workflows, document and streamline processes.
* Contribute to the maintenance and accuracy of systems data, in the form of data loads and audits.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
** What you will bring:
*** 3+ years of experience as a Workday Financial Analyst or similar role (required).
* Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or related area OR an additional four years of experience (required).
* Strong understanding of accounting and finance concepts (required).
* Pro Certifications in Workday Financials modules will be advantageous.
* Experience using AI and automation tools.
* Proficient in Microsoft office suite (VBA/Macros) and familiarity with SQL.
** Physical Requirements
** The following have been identified as essential physical requirements of this job and must be performed with or without an accommodation:
* This is primarily a sedentary role which requires the ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
* This role requires the ability to keyboard and to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone.
** Premera total rewards
** Our comprehensive total rewards package provides support, resources, and opportunities to help employees thrive and grow. Our total rewards are more than a collection of perks, they're a reflection of our commitment to your health and well-being. We offer a broad array of rewards including physical, financial, emotional, and community benefits, including:
* Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.
* Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.
* Life and disability insurance.
* Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and, believe it or not, a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.
* Wellness incentives…