Workday Finance Business Analyst
Unity · Austin, TX
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $114,350 / year
- Austin, TX
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Job highlights
- Administer Workday Financials and support Finance operations.
- Configure modules like AP, AR, Expenses, and Procurement.
- Gather requirements and design Workday solutions.
- Manage system enhancements and participate in releases.
- Collaborate with IT and Finance on strategic projects.
About the role
Workday Finance Business Analyst - Unity Enterprise Systems
Unity is seeking a Workday Finance Business Analyst to join our Enterprise Systems team, embedded as a key partner to the Finance organization. In this role, you will own the day-to-day configuration, support, and continuous improvement of Workday Financials, serving as the primary point of escalation for Finance team requests while also driving the delivery of strategic system initiatives that support Unity's broader business priorities.
This is a dual-impact role: you will be equally at home resolving a configuration issue in the morning and contributing to a cross-functional system enhancement project in the afternoon. You are someone who builds deep trust with Finance stakeholders, communicates technical solutions clearly to non-technical audiences, and takes pride in the reliability and quality of the systems you support.
What you'll be doing
- Serve as the primary Workday Financials administrator and day-to-day support contact for the Finance team, triaging and resolving configuration issues, user requests, and system inquiries with a high degree of responsiveness and quality.
- Diagnose and resolve Workday Financials configuration issues across modules, including Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Expenses, Procurement, and/or Banking & Settlement.
- Partner with Finance stakeholders to gather, document, and translate business requirements into functional design specifications and Workday configuration solutions.
- Support and deliver enhancements, new feature rollouts, and process improvements in Workday Financials, from requirements through testing and change management.
- Participate in Workday semi-annual release cycles — reviewing release notes, assessing functional impact, coordinating user acceptance testing, and managing deployment.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date system documentation, including configuration guides, business process flows, and training materials.
- Collaborate with the broader Enterprise Systems team on cross-functional initiatives involving Workday HCM, Adaptive Planning, Integrations, and third-party connected systems.
- Work with Finance leadership to support strategic priorities such as process automation, reporting improvements, and scalability initiatives tied to company growth.
- Act as a bridge between Finance and IT, ensuring system changes are delivered with appropriate controls, testing rigor, and minimal disruption to financial operations.
- Manage support tickets and project tasks through a defined intake and prioritization process, communicating status and expectations proactively to stakeholders.
What we're looking for
- 3-5+ years of hands-on Workday Financials configuration and support experience in a business analyst or functional analyst capacity.
- Deep working knowledge of one or more Workday Financial Management modules, with the ability to configure business processes, validation rules, condition rules, and security independently.
- Demonstrated ability to support day-to-day Finance operations while simultaneously contributing to project-based work and strategic initiatives.
- Strong stakeholder management skills — you can navigate competing priorities, manage expectations across Finance and IT, and communicate clearly at all levels.
- Experience conducting business requirements gathering, gap analysis, and writing functional design documents.
- Solid understanding of core finance and accounting concepts (GAAP, month-end close, AP/AR workflows, expense management) and how they translate to Workday configuration.
- Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple open requests and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative approach to problem-solving, with a track record of building trusted relationships with Finance business partners.
You might also have
- Workday Pro certification in Financial Management.
- Experience supporting Workday in a publicly traded company with SOX compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with Workday Adaptive Planning and its relationship to the Financials module.
- Exposure to Workday Prism Analytics or Workday Reporting (composite reports, matrix reports, calculated fields).
- Experience with tools such as Coupa, Workiva, Concur, or other Finance-adjacent applications that integrate with Workday.
- Prior experience supporting a Finance team through a Workday optimization or module expansion project.
Additional information
- Relocation support is not available for this position.
- Work visa/immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
*Note: This range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for equity awards and participation in our company incentive plans (such as annual discretionary bonuses or sales commissions). The final offer amount will depend on several factors, including geographic location and the candidate’s relevant experience, professional background, and skill set. Gross pay salary : $91,700 USD - $137,500 USD
Key skills/competency
- Workday Financials
- Business Analysis
- Configuration
- Financial Accounting
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Expense Management
- Procurement
- Reporting
- Stakeholder Management
Skills & topics
- Workday Financials
- Business Analyst
- Finance Systems
- Configuration
- Support
- Financial Accounting
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Procurement
- Expenses
- GAAP
- SOX
- Workday HCM
- Adaptive Planning
- Integrations
- Reporting
- Change Management
- Project Management
- IT
- Finance
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 3-5+ years of Workday Financials configuration and support experience, emphasizing specific modules like Financial Accounting, AP, AR, and Expenses. Quantify achievements whenever possible.
- Showcase finance expertise: Detail your understanding of core finance and accounting concepts (GAAP, month-end close, workflows) and how you've translated these into Workday configurations.
- Demonstrate technical skills: Explicitly mention your ability to configure business processes, validation rules, condition rules, and security independently within Workday Financials.
- Highlight soft skills: Emphasize your stakeholder management abilities, communication clarity with non-technical audiences, and collaborative problem-solving approach.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss specific Workday Financials scenarios, configuration challenges, and how you've resolved them.
Technical preparation
Master Workday Financials configuration and business processes.,Practice diagnosing and resolving common financial module issues.,Review GAAP and accounting workflows for translation to Workday.,Familiarize yourself with Workday HCM and integrations.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you managed competing Finance and IT priorities.,How do you communicate complex technical issues to non-technical staff?,Share an example of a system improvement you drove.,How do you build trust with finance stakeholders?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key Workday Financials modules I should highlight for this Unity role?
- For the Workday Finance Business Analyst position at Unity, it's crucial to highlight your experience with Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Expenses, Procurement, and Banking & Settlement modules. Demonstrating deep knowledge in at least one of these areas and the ability to configure associated business processes and rules is highly valued.
- How important is prior experience with SOX compliance for this Workday Finance Analyst job at Unity?
- While not strictly required, prior experience supporting Workday in a publicly traded company with SOX compliance requirements is a significant plus for this role at Unity. It indicates a strong understanding of controls, audit readiness, and the rigor expected in financial systems within a public company context.
- Can I apply for the Workday Finance Business Analyst role at Unity if I have less than 3 years of experience?
- The job description specifies 3-5+ years of hands-on Workday Financials configuration and support experience. While exceptional candidates with slightly less experience might be considered, meeting this minimum requirement significantly strengthens your application for the Workday Finance Business Analyst role at Unity.
- What is Unity's stance on relocation and visa sponsorship for the Workday Finance Business Analyst position?
- Unity does not offer relocation support or work visa/immigration sponsorship for this Workday Finance Business Analyst position. Candidates must already have the legal right to work in the job's location and be willing to relocate at their own expense if necessary.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Workday Finance Business Analyst at Unity?
- The primary responsibilities include serving as the main Workday Financials administrator and support contact for the Finance team. This involves resolving configuration issues, managing user requests, partnering with stakeholders to translate requirements into solutions, supporting enhancements, and participating in release cycles.
- Does Unity offer opportunities for professional development for Workday Finance professionals?
- While not explicitly detailed, the role's focus on continuous improvement, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration suggests opportunities for growth. Having a Workday Pro certification is listed as a 'might also have,' indicating the company values such professional development.