Financial Management Systems Business Analyst - Procurement

$66,000 - $69,600/Yr

Washington State University - Pullman, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Pullman, WA

Educational Services

About the position

The Modernization Initiative at Washington State University (WSU) is actively seeking self-motivated and dynamic Financial Management Systems Business Analysts to join their growing team in permanent positions. These analysts will specialize in ongoing improvements to help modernize and stabilize systems related to all business aspects of the university. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to become experts in Workday software, engage with the Workday community, collaborate with professional consultants, learn best practices in higher education, and serve as critical members of a committed and enthusiastic team. This team is tasked with a variety of diverse projects aimed at supporting the financial business operations of WSU. As a Financial Management Systems Business Analyst, you will work closely with Finance, HR, and departmental end-users in a collaborative environment to analyze, develop, and implement new financial business processes using Workday enterprise software. Your responsibilities will include developing a wide range of expertise in WSU finance and business processes, focusing on specific financial workstreams such as Travel, Projects, Treasury Management, Sponsored Projects, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Finance, Budget, or Payroll. You will also engage with university stakeholder groups, lead or participate in workgroups, and prepare personnel for new systems and updates, ensuring a smooth transition and effective use of the new processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, develop, and implement new financial business processes in Workday enterprise software.
• Develop expertise in WSU finance and business processes focusing on specific financial workstreams.
• Engage with university stakeholder groups as a lead or participant in workgroups.
• Prepare personnel for new systems and updates.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, and departmental end-users in a cross-functional environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management Information Systems, or related field AND two (2) years of professional experience in procedural, management, or business analysis work; OR a combination of education and experience totaling six (6) years.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Experience interpreting and applying laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and software applications.
• Commitment to customer service and flexibility in response to issues.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of business processes related to finance, payroll, and benefits.
• Experience leading or participating in business systems projects.
• Experience in payroll processing, employee benefits administration, tax, human resources, accounting operations, or financial system support.
• Ability to prepare and present policy interpretations, findings, and conclusions.
• Payroll and benefits experience in a higher education setting.
• Experience with Workday Finance, Workday Strategic Sourcing, or similar ERP systems.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance for employees and dependents
• Retirement plans
• Deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts