Workday Business Systems Analyst (Finance)
Location: Evanston, IL (Hybrid – Onsite Tue/Wed)
Fulltime/Direct Hire
We’re seeking an experienced Workday Business Systems Analyst (FIN) to support financial reporting, analytics, and operational updates for a mission‑driven organization focused on research, safety, and standards development.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain custom Workday Finance reports and dashboards (Report Writer, Report Designer, Prism Analytics).
- Translate business requirements into accurate, actionable reporting solutions.
- Execute business‑as‑usual Finance updates (Expense Items, Worktags, Ledger Accounts, etc.).
- Configure Spend Categories, Cost Centers, and related structures in Workday and Adaptive.
- Validate and reconcile data across multiple sources to ensure accuracy.
- Collaborate with Finance, HR, IT, and leadership stakeholders.
- Maintain strong data governance and documentation practices.
- Provide end‑user training and support.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of Workday Finance reporting experience.
- Strong understanding of GL, AP, AR, FP&A, Fixed Assets.
- Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills.
- Experience with requirements gathering and process documentation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
- Adaptive or Prism Analytics experience is a plus.
