Associate, Financial Information Systems

Balyasny Asset Management L.P.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Balyasny Asset Management L.P. in New York is seeking an Associate in Financial Information Systems to manage and support Workday Financials and ensure optimal performance of financial processes. You'll troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with various stakeholders to improve user experiences and increase efficiency.

Candidates should have 1-2 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office. This role offers opportunities for process improvement and exposure to AI-driven tools.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on experience supporting or administering Workday Financials.
• Experience with Workday Business Process configuration and custom validations.
• Familiarity with Workday security governance.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration, configuration, and maintenance of Financial Information Systems.
• Assist with the configuration and support of Workday Business Processes.
• Troubleshoot system and process issues and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Understanding of Workday Business Processes

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

1-2 years of experience supporting or administering Workday Financials

Proficiency with MS Office

Tools

Workday Financials

MS Office

Job description

Overview

In the role of Associate, Financial Information Systems, the employee will be responsible for the following:

• Support the administration, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of Financial Information Systems, including Workday Financials and related applications
• Assist with the configuration and support of Workday Business Processes and custom validations
• Provide functional support across Workday Core Financials, Suppliers, Banking, Business Assets, Procurement, and Expenses
• Troubleshoot system and process issues, perform root cause analysis, and help implement practical solutions
• Support new releases, enhancements, and testing activities, including validation of configuration changes of supported applications
• Maintain process documentation and help ensure data accuracy, consistency, and strong operational controls
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to improve processes, enhance the end-user experience and implement AI-driven solutions
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and increased efficiency
• Support day-to-day user requests and contribute to well-governed Financial Information System environment
• Demonstrate familiarity with security governance and its impact on financial processes and access

Qualifications & Requirements

In order to effectively represent the Company and communicate with clients, the employee must be someone who has:

• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
• Solid understanding of Workday Business Processes and custom validations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Process improvement orientated with an interest in learning and applying AI-enabled tools
• Energetic with team player mentality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Education, Training & Experience

• 1–2 years of hands-on experience supporting or administering Workday Financials
• Experience with Workday Business Process configuration and custom validations
• Familiarity with Workday security governance
• Proficiency with MS Office is required
• Hedge fund, asset management, or other financial services experience preferred