Senior Lead Business Systems Analyst, Finance Systems

As a Senior Lead Business Systems Analyst, Finance Systems at Workiva, you will serve as a strategic partner and technical expert, driving transformation across the Finance technology landscape. You will lead the design and delivery of scalable solutions supporting core Finance systems-including ERP, sourcing and procurement, close management, and expense automation-within a high-growth SaaS environment.

You will collaborate closely with Accounting, Sourcing & Procurement, Compliance, and cross-functional partners to shape the Finance systems roadmap, deliver measurable business outcomes, and elevate how technology enables the organization.

What You'll Do

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

• Define, prioritize, and execute the Finance systems roadmap aligned to business goals

• Lead analysis, design, and delivery of complex Finance system solutions

• Architect and configure scalable solutions across ERP, procurement, close, and expense platforms

• Optimize and automate core Finance workflows (O2C, P2P, R2R) to improve efficiency and controls

• Ensure systems support SOX, ITGC, and audit requirements

• Lead end-to-end delivery of system initiatives, from requirements through deployment and change management

• Partner with stakeholders to enable reporting, analytics, and data integrity

• Identify high-value business problems and design innovative, scalable solutions

• Manage third-party vendors, contracts, and delivery performance

• Coach and influence peers while setting a high standard for solution quality and collaboration

• Stay current on Finance technology trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives

What You'll Need

Minimum Qualifications

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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Record-to-Report (R2R), Source-to-Pay (S2P), and understanding of Order-to-Cash (O2C) lifecycles

• Experience implementing or optimizing an ERP platform (Sage Intacct, Oracle, Workday, NetSuite or SAP)

• Hands-on experience with Finance applications such as Coupa, BlackLine, Concur, or Salesforce

• Proven ability to deliver scalable, business-critical Finance solutions

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

• Strong understanding of SOX and ITGC controls

• Experience working in Agile environments and leading complex initiatives

• ERP implementation or consulting experience

• Familiarity with tools such as Jira and Confluence

• Excellent communication, analytical, and documentation skills

Travel Requirements & Working Conditions

• Willingness to travel up to 10% for team and corporate meetings, fostering relationships and representing company interests

• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, as we embrace flexible work arrangements

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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