GAAFR Workday Analyst (W2 Only)

Role: Senior Workday Analyst
Location: Frederick, MD
Duration: Long Term

Job Description:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Software maintenance, design, programming, and management.
• Management and administration of finance related systems and databases with a strong background in large ERP systems.
• Principles and best practices of financial report development and generation.
• Desktop systems, client-server, and web-based finance/business applications.
• Accounting and finance concepts.

Ability to

• Determine, establish, and document operational workflows, including preparing flow charts, process maps, workflow diagrams, Gantt charts, Kanban boards, etc.
• Effectively communicate reporting requirements and technical issues to staff.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to develop technical reports and recommendations.
• Effectively program and maintain finance applications software.
• Develop tailored solutions to meet a range of needs across the organization.
• Establish and maintain effective and healthy working relationships.
• Communicate effectively with presentations, orally and in writing.
• Use technology software such as Microsoft Office Suite, Workday, and related applications.
• Apply GARS and GFOA s Governmental Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting (GAAFR) principles to ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards.

Training and/or Education:

• Bachelor s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field.

• Experience:
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in business software applications, report generation, proficiency in advanced financial applications, financial systems analysis, or financial reporting.
• Experience with Workday Financials and Workday Adaptive Planning is strongly preferred.

Licenses or Certificates:

• PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA), Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or other relevant certifications are preferred.
• Workday certifications are also preferred.

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