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Senior Systems Accountant - Workday Finance

$100k - $137k
Full-time

Acrisure

Job Description

Senior Systems Accountant - Workday Finance

About Acrisure

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, we connect clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more.

In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure was built on entrepreneurial spirit. Prioritizing leadership, accountability, and collaboration, we equip our teams to work at the highest levels possible.

Job Summary

The Senior Systems Accountant is a hands-on subject matter expert responsible for supporting, maintaining, and enhancing the organization's Workday Finance environment. This role serves as a key day-to-day resource for issue resolution, process improvements, system configuration, and end-user support. The ideal candidate combines solid accounting knowledge with strong Workday technical skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Support the administration and configuration of Workday Finance, including business process frameworks, security roles, and user setup

  • Act as a functional subject matter resource for Workday Finance, with working knowledge across General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, and Financial Close

  • Partner with Accounting and Finance stakeholders to analyze business problems, document requirements, and support delivery of Workday Finance solutions

  • Assist in developing business requirements, test scripts, and training documentation for Workday Finance projects and enhancements

  • Troubleshoot system issues and configuration errors, identify root causes, and escalate or coordinate resolutions with IT or the Accounting Systems Manager

  • Monitor system interfaces, integrations, and data flows between Workday Finance and upstream/downstream systems to ensure accuracy and completeness

  • Analyze current accounting processes and identify opportunities for automation, efficiency gains, and configuration improvements within Workday

  • Support system upgrades, Workday bi-annual releases, and new module implementations; assist with regression testing and change communication

  • Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and validate that system changes meet functional and accounting requirements

  • Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), user guides, and process documentation; deliver end-user training on Workday Finance functionality

  • Support data governance processes and perform routine data quality reviews to ensure integrity across the Workday Finance ecosystem

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of Workday Finance configuration, including business process design, security roles, and reporting

  • Solid understanding of accounting processes including GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, and financial close cycles

  • Familiarity with system integrations, API concepts, ETL processes, and change management practices

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on continuous improvement

  • Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams across both business and technical roles

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting priorities while meeting deadlines and producing meaningful deliverables

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, information systems, or related field

  • 3–5+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or Financial Systems roles

  • Experience with Workday Finance in a systems, configuration, or functional analyst capacity

  • Experience with ERP or financial systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

  • Familiarity with financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and core accounting principles

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Workday certification or direct experience with Workday Finance modules (e.g., Accounting Center, Financial Accounting, Procurement)

  • Prior involvement in ERP implementations or large-scale financial systems projects

  • CPA, CMA, or equivalent accounting certification

  • Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks

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Pay Details:

The base compensation range for this position is $100,000 - $137,000. This range reflects Acrisure's good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.

Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Why Join Us:

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

  • Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.

  • Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.

  • Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.

  • Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.

  • … and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting View email address on aiapply.co .

Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

California Residents: Learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy .

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Welcome, your new opportunity awaits you.

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