Senior Lead Business Systems Analyst - Finance Systems

Summary

As a Senior Lead Business Systems Analyst specializing in Finance Systems at Workiva, you will act as a strategic partner and technical expert, driving transformation across our Finance technology landscape. You will be responsible for architecting, designing, and delivering solutions for core financial systems, including ERP, sourcing & procurement, close management, and expense automation, in a high-growth, SaaS environment.

You will engage directly with Accounting, Sourcing & Procurement, Compliance, and cross-functional stakeholders to shape the technology roadmap, deliver impactful business outcomes, and elevate how technology enables the business.

What You'll Do

Strategic Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to Finance, Accounting, and Business Technology leadership

• Lead the analysis and design of complex business processes and technology solutions

Finance Systems Roadmap

• Define, prioritize, and execute the roadmap for Finance Systems

• Ensure alignment with business goals and priorities

Solution Architecture & Delivery

• Architect, design, and deliver scalable solutions across core business systems-including ERP (Sage Intacct, Oracle, or Workday), Coupa, BlackLine, Concur, and Workiva

• Balance strategic design with hands-on build and advanced configuration

Process Optimization

• Reimagine, refine, and automate key Finance workflows (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report).

• Drive measurable efficiency, control, and user experience improvements

SOX & Compliance

• Ensure technology solutions support and enable compliance with SOX, ITGC, and audit requirements

• Support controls implementation, documentation, and audit activities

Problem Solving

• Identify high-value business challenges

• Architect innovative, scalable solutions for enterprise-level needs

Analytics Enablement

• Collaborate with stakeholders to support analytics and reporting requirements

• Ensure data integrity and empower business insights

Project Leadership

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex system enhancements and projects

• Manage requirements, solution design, build, testing, deployment, and change management

Mentorship, Influence, & Enablement

• Share expertise and coach peers

• Set a high bar for analysis, solution quality, and teamwork

• Influence and inspire others, fostering a culture of proactive value creation

• Help partners understand and maximize system capabilities

Drive Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on finance technology trends

• Recommend and pilot innovative solutions for continuous growth

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 8+ years of experience in Finance Systems, Business Systems Analysis, or similar roles supporting Finance/Accounting in a SaaS or enterprise environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience implementing, configuring, and optimizing at least one major ERP platform (Sage Intacct, Oracle, Workday, or SAP)

• Hands-on expertise with at least two adjacent Finance applications (Coupa, BlackLine, Concur, Salesforce)

• Proven track record of designing and delivering scalable, business-critical solutions across Finance domains

• Experience in a high-growth SaaS or public company environment

• Process improvement, automation, or data analytics experience within Finance & Accounting

• Strong understanding of SOX and ITGC controls, with direct experience supporting compliance and audit activities

• Experience working in or alongside Agile teams, managing requirements and projects in a dynamic environment

• ERP implementation consulting experience

• Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)

• Exceptional communication, analysis, and documentation skills

Travel Requirements and Working Conditions

• 10% Travel for customer and internal meetings

• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva office

How You'll Be Rewarded

A discretionary bonus typically paid annually

Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire

401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.

Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.

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