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SSFA Lead/Supplier Business Analyst

University of Wisconsin-Madison · Madison, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you mapped a business process. What did you find?

What they are checking: Whether they can document how work really happens and spot gaps or wasted steps.

How would you train campus staff on a new supplier procedure?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain technical steps clearly to people with different levels of experience.

Tell me about a time accuracy really mattered in your work and how you made sure you got it right.

What they are checking: Whether they have habits that protect data quality, since supplier errors lead to wrong or fraudulent payments.

What would you do

A supplier emails asking to change their bank account for payments. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize a common payment fraud scheme and verify through a separate trusted channel.

A campus keeps submitting supplier requests with missing information. How would you fix that?

What they are checking: Whether they address root causes through training or form changes instead of fixing the same errors over and over.

About the work

You'd create and maintain suppliers used by every campus in the UW System. What checks would you do before setting up a new supplier?

What they are checking: Whether they understand fraud risk, tax ID checks and duplicate prevention in supplier data.

How would you find and clean up duplicate supplier records in an ERP system?

What they are checking: Whether they can use data analysis to find duplicates and fix them without breaking open transactions.

The job includes ERP software testing for upgrades. Walk me through how you'd test a change to the supplier setup process.

What they are checking: Whether they can write test cases that cover normal and edge cases and report issues clearly.

What ERP systems have you used, and how comfortable are you with Workday Financials or similar systems?

What they are checking: Whether they can quickly become useful in the university's financial system.

What reports would you build to help Accounts Payable keep supplier data healthy?

What they are checking: Whether they can think about data management goals and turn them into useful reporting.

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The full job description

As published by University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Business Systems Analyst I Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the UW-Madison Accounts Payable Financial Program Manager, this position will be responsible for the creation of suppliers and the ongoing maintenance of existing suppliers utilized by all campuses in the UW System. Additional responsibilities include regular technical ERP software testing for systems improvements and upgrades. Assists in defining systems requirements and selecting technology; performs basic data analysis to ensure data management objectives are met. May assist in providing unit staff training. Key Job Responsibilities: • Assists in mapping business processes using basic mapping methodologies • Assists in making recommendations for the selection of technology solutions to align with business strategies • Assists in the design, development, and implementation of data reporting and business intelligence systems • Provides basic procedural and technical guidance to unit staff regarding technology usage and management • Assists in the identification, development, and facilitation of unit staff training opportunities • Works on complex Supplier file additions and edits • Performs basic data analyses and reporting Department: • Division of Business Services, Disbursement Administration Compensation: • Minimum $74,500 Annual (12 months) • Starting salary will be based upon the candidates qualifications and relevant experience • This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Please review the summary of benefits for more information. ​ Required Qualifications: • Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate in a clear, business-like, and courteous manner with a diverse internal and external customer base. • Excellent organizational skills and techniques. Ability to work independently, prioritize work duties, and demonstrate effective time management skills to meet Accounts Payable, Business Services Division, University, State, and/or federal deadlines • Ability to participate as an effective team member by contributing to the efficient operation of the work unit and providing constructive feedback for the purpose of continuous improvement in a manner that is supportive of Accounts Payable and the Business Services Division. • Strong human relations and interpersonal skills to maintain effective, professional, and cooperative working relationships with managers, supervisors, coworkers, and all internal and external customers. • Knowledge of Jaggaer and Workday accounting software. Experience with the ShopUW+ module is preferred Preferred Qualifications: • At least 2 years supplier file maintenance or accounts payable experience • Knowledge of generally accepted office procedures and practices. • Proficiency in Excel and ability to create complex spreadsheets and reports. • Knowledge of accounts payable procedures and basic accounting principles. • Knowledge of data management and data integrity. • Knowledge of ImageNow or other image retention database software. • Knowledge of state accounts payable statutes. Knowledge of state funding rules and chart of accounts. Ability to interpret written rules and regulations. • Knowledge of Accounts Payable tax withholding rules. • Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions and problem solve. Education: • REQUIRED: High School or equivalent • PREFERRED: Associate’s Degree Preferred; Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred. How to Apply: • We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents: • Resume, Letter of Qualifications (cover letter) • Please note when applying, there will be only one attachment field. You must upload all your documents in the attachment field. Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. Applications submitted without a cover letter may still be considered, but a cover letter is required to guarantee consideration. • Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1 STEM OPT Extension participants. • The application deadline is 11:59pm on October 6, 2026. Contact Information: Phoua Khang, asu.hr@ohr.wisc.ed u Human Resources Generalist Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website . To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you. Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .

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