Onsite Finance Systems Lead (Workday) - Process & Analytics

City of Kansas City; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KCUniversity (KCU) seeks a Workday Financial Applications Specialist to partner with Finance and Accounting in resolving system and process challenges end-to-end. The role emphasizes translating accounting requirements into effective solutions and coordinating cross-functional teams through implementation and adoption.

The position requires strong accounting knowledge, reporting acumen, and governance awareness.

Qualifications

• The role requires a strong understanding of accounting processes and ability to translate business needs into system solutions.
• Experience with or knowledge of financial processes including procurement, expenses, budgeting and reporting is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or related field; Master’s is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Finance and Accounting to resolve system and process challenges end-to-end.
• Lead solution design and implementation, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver reports, dashboards, and analytics for management.
• Evaluate Workday capabilities and advise on potential enhancements or activations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and governance across systems and processes.

Skills

Accounting basics

Business processes

Requirements gathering

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Finance or Accounting

Tools

Workday

Job description

KCUniversity (KCU) seeks a Workday Financial Applications Specialist to partner with Finance and Accounting in resolving system and process challenges end-to-end. The role emphasizes translating accounting requirements into effective solutions and coordinating cross-functional teams through implementation and adoption.

The position requires strong accounting knowledge, reporting acumen, and governance awareness.