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Principal Business Systems Analyst

Principal Business Systems Analyst

CompanyOneTrust
LocationAtlanta, GA, USA
Salary$127500 – $170000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Information Systems, Accounting, or related field.
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience in a Workday Financials business analysis, systems, or administration role.
  • Workday Financials certification strongly preferred (e.g., Workday Financials Core, Procurement, or Reporting).
  • Deep understanding of Workday Financials modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Expenses, Revenue, Banking, and Settlements.
  • Experience with Workday reporting tools (Advanced Reporting, Calculated Fields, Composite Reports, Dashboards).
  • Knowledge of integration tools (EIB, BIRT) is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, IT, and Business stakeholders.
  • Exceptional communication skills – able to translate technical Workday concepts into business-friendly language.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end Workday Financials enhancements – configure, test, validate, and deploy process improvements to optimize financial workflows.
  • Act as a trusted Workday SME, partnering with Finance and Accounting teams to understand business challenges and translate them into effective system solutions.
  • Drive automation initiatives by leveraging Workday capabilities to simplify manual processes, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain complex reports, dashboards, and analytics to provide actionable insights to business leaders.
  • Lead and participate in Workday releases and system upgrades, ensuring smooth adoption of new features while maintaining system integrity.
  • Proactively identify system and process optimization opportunities, providing recommendations and executing strategic improvements.
  • Ensure data accuracy and compliance by working closely with cross-functional teams to maintain financial controls and audit readiness.
  • Support end-user training and documentation, ensuring adoption and self-sufficiency within the Finance organization.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Workday Financials certification strongly preferred (e.g., Workday Financials Core, Procurement, or Reporting).
  • Knowledge of integration tools (EIB, BIRT) is a plus.