Workday Finance Sr. Analyst (Location Flexibility)

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.The Workday Functional Sr Analyst participates in the strategic direction, optimization, and governance of the Finance Operations team within Finance. This role works with a team of analysts and collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to align Workday capabilities with organizational goals. The analyst is responsible for helping driving process standardization with industry and Workday best standards, ensuring system integrity, and delivering scalable solutions that enhance operational efficiency and financial performance. Essential Duties Define and enforce consistent Workday processes and standards across the Finance Digital team, creating templates, workflows, and review checkpoints to reduce rework and improve delivery speed. Oversee system governance, configuration standards, and change management processes. Collaborate with and mentor a team of analysts, fostering professional development and high performance. Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Finance Digital Team initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with Business Stakeholders and PMO on roadmap planning, prioritization, and execution of Finance Digital Team projects. Develop and deliver executive-level reporting and presentations on Finance Operations performance and initiatives. Other duties as assigned; support additional initiatives and responsibilities as needed to advance organizational goals. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree (required) BBA/BCOM or similar Workday Certified – see below (preferred) TECHNICAL/SOFT SKILLS Strong Workday Finance background and experience in one or more of the following areas: Foundational Data Model, Accounting, Business Assets and Budgets (Accounting Center & Prism Reporting), Supplier Invoices, Requisitions, and Purchase Orders (Pos), Supplier Accounts Module, Order-to-Cash (O2C) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Cycle, Banking & Settlement, Adaptive Ability to analyze and document backend system information such as data mapping and microservice components. Knowledge of defect tracking processes and tools Strong knowledge of Workday product design Experience with 3rd party and vendor relationships Experience with structured and object-oriented analysis techniques Proven experience in operational business process improvement Strong organizational and multi-tasking ability Good communication skills, both written and spoken Ability to prioritize across many projects and deadlines. Strong attention to detail, motivation, and initiative EXPERIENCE Minimum of 5 years of Workday experience working in a development/implementation environment Three to five years of previous experience in financial applications and process (preferred) LEADERSHIP SKILLS Experience leading a team for large or complex projects. Strong sense of personal accountability for high quality, value-driven work that supports business outcomes required. Places the user in the center of decision making and prioritizes speed, agility and innovation in work. Embraces continuous learning, curiosity and ambiguity. Share findings and new insights with peers through coaching and mentoring. At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at .All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or send us an email at View email address on click.appcast.io does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.Compensation Range: $81,900 - $139,700Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.SummaryLocation: Minneapolis; Chicago; Tampa; Omaha; Blue Bell; HoustonType: Full time