Finance Implementation Team Lead

EXPIRED

Classification Title:

Finance Implementation Team Lead

Job Description:

This position acts as a lead for the Workday Finance Implementation Team, specifically focused on the needs of the University Athletic Association and other select Component Units of the University of Florida. The Team Lead collaborates with process stakeholders and other impacted parties to identify and develop optimal finance workflows and manages team progress. Leverages Subject Matter Expert and campus expertise to ensure shared governance of potential solutions.

Facilitates sessions surrounding current and proposed processes to ensure engagement with functional owners, subject matter experts, and end-user representatives. Works closely with other workstream leads and business partners to understand business processes, goals, and gaps. Assesses current financial policies and procedures and, from that, recommends the ideal workflow to be used with the new system.

Learns key software capabilities and how they can be applied to their area and provides input into design of business solutions. Assists with testing and the development and implementation of end-user training.

Develops and tracks project requirements, project phasing, and schedule for relevant area to ensure tasks and deliverables are completed timely. Assists with problem solving to overcome obstacles encountered by the team and elevates issues to project manager when necessary. Regularly communicates project status to project manager and Empowering UF team

Expected Salary:

$85,000 – $100,000

Classification Title:

Finance Implementation Team Lead

Job Description:

This position acts as a lead for the Workday Finance Implementation Team, specifically focused on the needs of the University Athletic Association and other select Component Units of the University of Florida. The Team Lead collaborates with process stakeholders and other impacted parties to identify and develop optimal finance workflows and manages team progress. Leverages Subject Matter Expert and campus expertise to ensure shared governance of potential solutions.

Facilitates sessions surrounding current and proposed processes to ensure engagement with functional owners, subject matter experts, and end-user representatives. Works closely with other workstream leads and business partners to understand business processes, goals, and gaps. Assesses current financial policies and procedures and, from that, recommends the ideal workflow to be used with the new system.

Learns key software capabilities and how they can be applied to their area and provides input into design of business solutions. Assists with testing and the development and implementation of end-user training.

Develops and tracks project requirements, project phasing, and schedule for relevant area to ensure tasks and deliverables are completed timely. Assists with problem solving to overcome obstacles encountered by the team and elevates issues to project manager when necessary. Regularly communicates project status to project manager and Empowering UF team

Expected Salary:

$85,000 – $100,000

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

This position must be proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with a large-scale ERP implementation and experience in setup and maintenance of financial structures, chart of accounts, and accounting rules is strongly preferred.

Demonstrated understanding of financial processes, accounting principles and financial reporting

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality results within established timelines

Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet project deadlines

Acts as a change agent to identify and champion process improvement

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

No

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