Finance System Administrator

OVERVIEW:

Serve as a strategic Workday Finance partner and subject matter expert, supporting core financial functions including financials, budgeting, expenses, grants, accounting, banking, supplier accounts, and projects. Collaborate with business stakeholders to assess requirements, recommend solutions, optimize system functionality, and lead configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and implementation of business process enhancements. Drive continuous improvement through Workday release evaluations, issue resolution, process documentation, knowledge sharing, and end-user training while ensuring compliance with technical, security, and data privacy standards.

SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 hours per week

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

• Serve as the DTS partner supporting Finance areas in Workday, including Core Financials, Budgets, Expenses, Grant Mangement, Accounting, Banking & Settlement, Supplier Accounts and Projects, etc.  

• Provide consultation to Finance business partners, demonstrating domain knowledge, gathering requirements, providing solutions and impact analysis 

• Serve as subject matter expert on current and upcoming Workday capabilities 

• Evaluate releases and functionality to identify opportunities to optimize system usage, participating in test scenario development and testing execution 

• Configure, test, validate and implement business process changes in Workday 

• Support the design and optimization of configurations, business process changes, and features enabled through annual events 

• Lead efforts in tracking issues and resolutions; identify situations requiring urgent attention 

• Analyze, assess and troubleshoot technical issues (Desktop, Network, Application, Other) 

• Support knowledge transfer and the adoption of new processes and features through the development and maintenance of learning materials. 

• Understand and follow defined technical standards, security and data privacy standards, and best practices 

• Provide input and knowledge sharing with analysts, DTS partners and Workday team members as appropriate 

• Participate in scheduled and ad hoc training to improve policy and process acumen 

CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: 

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.  

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.  

Partnering - Shows commitment to the  Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals. 

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE   

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant technical field (Information Technology, Computer Science, Software, Engineering or related technical discipline) or equivalent combination of training and work experience 

1-3 years Workday Finance experience or training required 

Prior Finance functional and healthcare experience strongly preferred 

Experience in more than one Finance module, such as Core Financials, Budgets, Expenses, Grant Mangement, Accounting, Banking & Settlement, Supplier Accounts, and Projects required  

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE                     

 None 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS  

Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring). 

Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check. 

Must be able to follow written/oral instructions. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES  

• Understanding of Finance operations and experience in Finance data management and reporting 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal customers, cross-functional colleagues, vendor and DTS 

• Ability to accurately collect information in order to understand and assess the clients’ needs and situation 

• Strong attention to detail and execution of documentation 

• Ability to prioritize workload and provide timely follow-up and resolution 

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects across a variety of Workday applications 

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

Occupational Exposure: Category C - No partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure. 

INFORMATION ACCESS  

Partner may access patient care information, financial data, human resource data and strategic and planning data needed to perform their job duties as directed by the director. 

WORK CONTACT GROUP     

Partners, visitors, vendors               

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women