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
✅ Salary range in the US: $133,000.00 - $214,000.00✅ 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.
Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [email protected].
Workiva employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.
Workiva supports employees in working where they work best - either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions emphasize flexibility, including flexible PTO for vacation or sick time, paid holidays, and company-wide wellbeing days. Volunteer time off and an annual Day of Service add additional paid time-away options.
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