Art and Wellness Enterprises · 2 weeks ago
Workday Systems Manager, Finance
Bentonville, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expArt and Wellness Enterprises (AWE) is a professional services organization supporting non-profits founded by Alice Walton. The Workday Systems Manager, Finance is responsible for the day-to-day operation, ongoing maintenance, and continuous improvement of AWE’s Workday enterprise system from a financial operations perspective.
Executive Office
Responsibilities
Lead and participate in all stages of project development related to Workday development: planning, analysis, design, configuration, testing, and implementation
Perform assignments with effectively applied knowledge, appropriate attention to detail, and constructive problem solving
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues supporting diverse business needs across all functions
Assist in ensuring stable and consistent functionality of the Workday tenant
Proactively and continuously pursue professional development and training to maintain deep expertise in Workday functionality and related technologies
Apply expanded knowledge to serve as a reliable resource for cross-functional Workday and business process support
Manage the Workday support ticket process, including intake, organization, assignment, prioritization, and resolution
Provide ongoing system support to Finance and Accounting users to ensure effective and consistent use of Workday functionality
Ensure necessary testing is successfully completed for all changes and that any issues which arise are properly captured and resolved
Proactively monitor Workday feature releases and weekly patch documentation for functional impact
Collaborate with Workday stakeholders in functional areas to recommend features for uptake and deploy new features to continuously improve the Workday platform
Support activities around semi-annual feature releases and the implementation of additional Workday modules and functionality
Help drive a continuous process improvement mindset across campus and champion the use of Workday to encourage industry best practices
Apply ongoing professional learning to continuously improve system design, delivery, and operational outcomes
Manage cyclical release updates, including regression testing, validation, and related stakeholder communications
Participate in the definition and development of audit policies for proactive review of transactional activity and sensitive data access
Participate in the ongoing design of the security model related to functional areas, integrations, and vendor access as the organization matures
Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with organizational best practices and regulatory standards
Support consultation around the creation, maintenance, and scheduling of Workday reports
Develop Workday reports in partnership with functional areas
Consult with internal and external technical partners on developing and improving integrations
Work with constituents across functional areas, particularly Finance, to streamline existing processes and help ensure they align with Workday program goals and objectives
Build partnerships with departmental staff while gaining exposure and depth to business processing to offer guidance and solutions applicable to the Workday functionality effectively
Serve as a knowledgeable, go-to resource for Workday expertise across functional and technical teams
Track and report on system performance and usage trends to support operational decision-making
Develop and maintain finance-focused Workday documentation, including user guides, process maps, and reference materials
Partner with stakeholders to review and improve business processes, ensuring alignment with Workday program goals and enterprise objectives
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in information systems, HR technology, finance, or related field
5+ years of hands-on Workday configuration and administration experience, with a strong emphasis on Financial Management and/or Adaptive Planning
Demonstrated expertise in Workday Financials and at least one additional functional area (Adaptive Planning, Payroll, etc.)
Experience supporting financial cycles, audits, and reporting requirements
Proven ability to manage Workday release cycles, testing, documentation, and production support
Strong understanding of Workday security, reporting, integrations, and business process frameworks
Strong aptitude for learning new tools and technologies and applying them in a broader enterprise context
Demonstrated focus on user experience and delivery of effective service outcomes
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Ability to listen effectively, calibrate appropriately, work through influence, and identify critical paths quickly
Strong project management skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and information with accuracy
Ability to recommend solutions to difficult or complex issues
Strong strategic decision-making skills and demonstrated expertise in change management
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite and virtual meeting platforms
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), with the ability to collaborate across business functions and organization levels
Experience working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
High level of professional integrity and the ability to handle sensitive issues and situations with discretion
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where change is constant
Preferred
Workday Pro certification(s) strongly preferred
Company
Art and Wellness Enterprises
Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE) is a professional services organization supporting non-profits founded by Alice Walton, including the Alice L.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Richard "Rick" Hosley
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary
Paige Francis
Chief Information Officer
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