OVERVIEW
This role serves as a Workday Financial Systems expert, supporting and improving finance-related modules such as accounting, budgeting, expenses, projects, reporting, and integrations. The position works closely with business and technical teams to configure the system, troubleshoot issues, manage updates, implement process improvements, and ensure users can effectively utilize Workday. It also provides training, leads change management efforts, and mentors junior team members while helping shape the future roadmap for financial technology solutions.
SCHEDULE: 40-hours per week
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as a member of the Digital & Technology Solutions department partnering with Finance areas to support the configuration and maintenance of Workday Core Financials, Banking & Settlement, Budget, Business Assets, Expenses, FDM, Financial Accounting, Grants, Supplier Accounts, Projects, reporting, analytics, and integrations.
Develop and implement best practices for Workday system use, including workflows, dashboards, and reporting capabilities.
Gather feedback from users, analyze workflows, and implement enhancements or customizations to meet evolving business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into system configurations.
Perform complex Workday configuration changes, create test scripts, and test.
Research, design, test and implement configuration changes resulting in process improvements.
Serve as a lead subject matter expert for Workday Financial products and apply knowledge to maintain effective system utilization and efficiency.
Manage Workday semi-annual releases and regular updates for Finance modules.
Monitor system performance and proactively address issues, coconsciously seek opportunities to enhance system process and improve user experience.
Facilitate change management processes, including the development of release management communication plans, implementation plans, and rollback plans for financial products.
Investigate, triage, and troubleshoot escalated issues and system outages. Perform root cause analysis and exercise appropriate problem resolution and risk mitigation strategies.
Develop internal training materials to be used to educate functional and end users on Workday Financial functionality.
Stay apprised of Workday releases and new features, assess impacts and recommend adoption strategies.
Work collaboratively with technical and business stakeholders to drive the product roadmap.
Provide mentorship and direction to junior members of the technical team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant Accounting, Finance or technical field (Information Technology, Computer Science, Software, Engineering or related technical discipline) or equivalent combination of training and work experience
7+ years of Workday Finance development, configuration, reporting, product support, implementation or related experience and training required
Expertise in at least in 5 Workday Finance modules such as Core Financials, Banking & Settlement, Budget, Business Assets, Expenses, FDM, Financial Accounting, Grants, Supplier Accounts, Projects, or Calculated fields required
Healthcare Finance functional experience strongly preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
None
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understanding of Finance operations and experience in Finance data management and reporting
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal customers, cross-functional colleagues, vendors, and technical partners
Ability to accurately define requirements and interdependencies to develop viable solutions
Strong attention to detail
Ability to prioritize workload and provide timely follow-up and resolution
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects across a variety of applications
Ability to provide strategically aligned direction and coaching to a variety of stakeholders
PAY RANGE:
$108,633.91 - $168,382.56Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities
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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
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Mercy Health is a healthcare organization providing a wide range of medical services and care to communities. They operate hospitals, physician practices, and other healthcare facilities.