Financial Support Specialist (m/w/d)

Job Description

BayWa r.e. is undertaking a major digital transformation program, including the implementation and support of Workday Finance and Procurement across its many global entities.

• You will provide key financial support to enable smooth operations of companies live with Workday Finance and Procurement, and implement new functionality and enhancements as needed
• You will be able to work closely with a collaborative international team of in-house Workday functional experts, who are rolling out Workday to Germany and further countries in the next years
• You will be able to build experience across almost all Workday modules, as we are maximizing the use of this solution
• You will be empowered to improve processes, enhance the solution, and drive change across the entire organization

What you will do

• Provide Tier 2 and 3 financial functional support to internal customers (research, troubleshoot and resolve a queue of Workday Financials issues, prioritizing resolution based on severity and impact)
• Conduct global Workday Administration activities (set up and maintain core system data as needed)
• Oversee Workday release enhancements and testing in collaboration with internal customers
• Deliver enhancements and process improvements in collaboration with the Workday functional experts and live countries using Workday
• Collaborate with the Workday funcional experts to deliver, test, document and train on critical process and system modifications
• Gain expertise in the Workday Financial product and maintain knowledge of new functionality and compliance changes
• Collaborate with Workday external consultants and Workday product team on complex solutions/product limitations when needed

What you bring

• 4+ years of demonstrated ability supporting or implementing Workday (or similar system) in a multinational working environment
• Confident with financial terminology and business processes as demonstrated with prior accounting or controlling responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability to learn new complex software and processes
• Exceptional problem-solving, troubleshooting, multi-tasking and analytical skills
• Clear communication and ability to work with stakeholders across cultures and at all levels
• University degree in a relevant field, or a comparable qualification
• Fluent English is required, both written and spoken
• Familiarity with Workday Financial Management is a big plus
• Familiarity with system support ticketing systems is a plus

You matter to us

At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.

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