Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace
With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.
The Opportunity
The HR and Finance Systems Analyst plays a key role in supporting and enhancing the University’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, primarily Workday. Reporting to the Director of HR and Finance Systems, this position contributes to the delivery of high-quality solutions that align with institutional goals and drive operational excellence. The Analyst primarily focuses on supporting Human Resources and may assist in support of Finance. This IT role plays a critical part in advancing HR operations through thoughtful analysis, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
As a member of the Applications and Development team, the Analyst partners with HR stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective system configurations, reports, and process enhancements. They contribute to the optimization of Workday, ensuring data integrity, user satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with enterprise cloud ERP systems—preferably Workday—and demonstrate proficiency in system configuration, reporting tools and process automation. They are adaptable professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and consistently deliver exceptional customer service across departments.
The Analyst serves as both an individual contributor and a project lead, managing the full life cycle of assigned initiatives with a focus on quality, timeliness, and user experience. They also support system governance, change management, access reviews, and compliance efforts, contributing to the team’s agility and operational integrity.
Embry-Riddle offers a modern, collaborative IT environment with professional development opportunities, flexible summer work schedules, and remote work options. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including quality healthcare, retirement plans, and generous education benefits. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of HR operations through innovative Workday solutions.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
Generous Time Off: Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related field.
3-5 years of Information Technology related work experience.
Ability to support IT Core Values by focusing on improvements, believing in our team, learning from mistakes, being accountable for actions and showing determination, focus and tenacity.
Ability to work in an application support role, and to convey technical information to technical and non-technical users.
Ability to focus on mentally challenging technical problems that may take significant time to resolve.
Ability to learn complex systems and business processes and define requirements for solutions.
Experience in all phases of the technology implementation lifecycle (requirements gathering, design, build, go-live, testing).
Knowledge of interface construction.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of administrative, clerical, and academic clients.
Adept at implementing technology-enabled business solutions for internal customers as part of a high-talent, cross-functional team.
Ability to work within a team-centric, fast paced work environment and able to multi-task, set priorities, work independently and proactively with limited direction and work effectively under the pressures of multiple competing deadlines.
Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment.
Excellent communication, in a variety of methods, is essential in keeping the stakeholders well informed as well as the internal and wider team. Strong customer service experience including documentation and training skills are essential.
Adhere to divisional and university policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Agile methodology related to application support and project management.
Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment, including ability to use Microsoft Office desktop tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, Project, PowerPoint).
At least 3+ years of experience working with enterprise applications, preferably in the HR area.
Solid experience in higher education administrative and/or academic computing environment is preferred.
Ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge and success with leading efforts in designing and implementing Workday.
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310268. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
- Cover letter
- Full Resume
- Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
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