Job Description:

Job Summary

As a member of the Finance Business Technology group, the Senior Financial Systems Analyst is responsible for supporting the financial systems used by the Finance & Accounting department. This role is critical in supporting the accuracy and integrity of financial data through daily operational support, system enhancements, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a background in accounting, a strong understanding of financial systems, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

This position will build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with relevant stakeholders such as the Information Technology, Finance & Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Supply Chain, and other business teams as required. This role will report to the Senior Manager, Financial Systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operational and Financial Statement Accuracy Support

• Monitor daily financial system operations to ensure accurate transaction postings and data integrity.
• Troubleshoot, investigate, and resolve system and integration issues affecting financial transactions.
• Provide timely support to Finance and Accounting end-users for system-related issues.

Financial Systems Initiatives

• Collaborate with IT, Accounting, Finance, and cross-functional teams to gather and document finance requirements.
• Develop future-state processes and ensure alignment with Finance’s accounting and control requirements.
• Support system projects of various sizes through all phases: requirements gathering, design, testing (including UAT), training, documentation, and post go-live support/hypercare.
• Analyze testing data, validate results, and escalate discrepancies as needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Process Improvement

• Represent Finance in enterprise-wide initiatives, ensuring financial requirements are met and business objectives are supported.
• Build strong relationships across departments to facilitate effective communication and project execution.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend solutions to enhance system efficiency and financial reporting accuracy.
• Document standard operating procedures and provide training to Finance and Accounting teams as needed.

Skills, Experience, Education, Certifications (List minimum required to enter the role.)

• An accounting designation or business or related degree is preferred
• 5 years of relevant experiences in financial analysis, accounting, and/or financial systems implementation
• Experience implementing and working with Financial Management Systems for a medium/large sized company (Microsoft Dynamics NAV or related)
• Experience in developing and understanding internal controls and/or designing access & controls
• Understanding of accounting and finance processes including day to day processes and month-end
• Experience in contributing to multiple project initiatives and delivering results in fast paced environment
• Working knowledge of SQL, Tableau, and Microsoft Access
• Strong proficiency in standard end-user computing tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio or equivalent

Competencies

• Team player that works well with counterparts from various departments and can influence the work of the overall team
• Highly motivated individual with a strong sense of ownership, responsibility, attention to detail and demonstrated track record in managing multiple projects and tasks concurrently in tight timelines
• Self Starter with the ability to work independently as well as with others to meet project goals and timelines
• Good communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative thinker, able to identify areas for improvement and communicate recommendations to management
• Critical/logical thinker, capable of identifying the root cause of problems, considering alternatives from a variety of perspectives, and assessing the best solution in the given situation
• Able to evaluate process changes and document business requirements in a clear and concise manner for IT developers
• Positive and helpful attitude, maintaining user confidence in the company’s systems
• Detail oriented, highly analytical, and inquisitive
• Organized with strong time-management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Undisputed integrity, personal, and business ethics