Finance System Analyst IV

Workforce Classification:

Hybrid

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The Finance System Analyst IV works proactively and creatively to solve complex Finance process needs through enterprise-wide, cross functional collaboration. The individual will be instrumental in the maintenance, administration, and support of our Finance Systems, ensuring alignment with our financial programs, goals, and initiatives.

What you will do:

• This position is responsible for the maintenance, administration and support of Finance Systems, and ancillary systems, alignment with Finance programs, goals and initiatives.

• Finance Systems Analyst IV serves as a subject matter expert (SME) related to Finance business processes, systems functionality, configuration and capabilities.

• Assist with the development and maintenance of a reporting repository and support reporting and analytics requests.

• Proactively seek opportunities to enhance Workday Financials and related processes and reporting.

• Strong ability to research new functionalities, engage with Workday Community, and remain informed of best practices.

• Create and maintain system documentation, including user guides, process flows, and configuration documentation.

• Assist with Workday training for end users as needed.

• Participate in scheduled systems upgrades, including test plan development, regression/patch testing, and reviewing and prototyping new functionality.

• Support change management activities, including authoring user documentation and facilitating training sessions.

• Gather and qualify business requirements and recommend solutions in collaboration with partnering teams (IT, Payroll, HR).

• Analyze existing workflows, document and streamline processes.

• Contribute to the maintenance and accuracy of systems data, in the form of data loads and audits.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or related area or four (4) years' work experience. (Required)

• Six years of experience as a Workday Financial System Analyst or similar role. (Required)

• Experience with Workday Financials. (Preferred)

• Reporting tool experience within Workday or similar. (Preferred)

• Exposure to AI applications. (Preferred)

• CPA certification. (Preferred)

• Hands-on experience working with GAAP and Statutory Accounting teams. (Preferred)

What you will gain:

• Opportunity to serve as a subject matter expert for Workday Financials and finance systems.

• Experience leading process improvements, reporting enhancements, and system optimization.

• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with Finance, IT, Payroll, and HR teams.

• Hands-on involvement in system upgrades, testing, documentation, and change management.

• Ability to support enterprise-wide finance initiatives and strengthen technical finance expertise.

Physical Requirements:

The following have been identified as essential physical requirements of this job and must be performed with or without an accommodation: This is primarily a sedentary role which requires the ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. This role requires the ability to keyboard and to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone.

Premera total rewards

Our comprehensive total rewards package provides support, resources, and opportunities to help employees thrive and grow. Our total rewards are more than a collection of perks, they're a reflection of our commitment to your health and well-being. We offer a broad array of rewards including physical, financial, emotional, and community benefits, including:

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.

• Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and, believe it or not, a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.

• Wellness incentives with a wide range of mental well-being resources for you and your dependents, including counseling services, stress management programs, and mindfulness programs, just to name a few.

• Generous paid time off to reenergize.

• Looking for continuing education? We have tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees.

• Employee recognition program to celebrate anniversaries, team accomplishments, and more.

For our hybrid employees, our on-campus model provides flexibility to create your own routine with access to on-site resources, networking opportunities, and team engagement.

• Commuter perks make your trip to work less impactful on the environment and your wallet.

• Free convenient on-site parking.

• Subsidized on-campus cafes make lunchtime connections with colleagues fun and affordable.

• Participate in engaging on-site activities such as health and wellness events, coffee connects, disaster preparedness fairs and more.

• Our complementary fitness & well-being center offers both in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling.

• Need a brain break? Challenge someone to a game of shuffleboard or ping pong while on campus.

Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action:

Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience.

The salary range for this role is posted below; we generally target up to and around the midpoint of the range.

National Plus Salary Range:

$111,900.00 - $190,200.00

*National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska .

We're happy to discuss compensation further during the interview because we believe that open communication leads to better outcomes for all. We're committed to creating an environment where all employees are celebrated for their unique skills and contributions.

At Premera, we make healthcare work better. By focusing on improving our customers' experience purposefully and serving their needs passionately, we make the process easier, less costly, and more positive. Through empathy and advocacy, we change lives.

As the leading health plan in the Pacific Northwest, we provide comprehensive health benefits and services to more than 2 million customers, from individuals to Fortune 100 companies. Our services include innovative programs focused on health management, wellness, prevention, and patient safety. We deliver these programs through health, life, vision, dental, disability, and other related products and services.

Premera Blue Cross is headquartered in Mountlake Terrace, WA, with operations in Spokane and Anchorage. The company has operated in Washington since 1933 and in Alaska since 1952. With more than 80 years of experience in the region, we deliver innovation, choice, and expertise.