Associate Applications Business Analyst

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami seeks a Financial Systems Analyst to provide production support for PeopleSoft financial modules and assist in reporting for campus stakeholders.

The role involves training the university community on financial systems, ensuring timely transaction processing, data integrity, and contributing to system enhancements while keeping upper management informed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and some experience in a related field; OR four (4) years of experience in related field; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft ERP system, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and other web related software.
• Ability to work in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides production support of Financial Systems modules for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Assists in training the university community on use of financial systems modules.
• Prepares reports and supports university community in use of reports.
• Assists in ensuring timeliness of transaction processing through the financial systems, integrity of the data, supporting closing of the accounting period and report generation.
• Assists in the implementation of new technologies and enhancements of existing systems.
• Maintains and updates PeopleSoft user roles as requested on the Access Request form.

Skills

PeopleSoft ERP

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Web related software

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Assists the Financial Systems and Support Services section in providing customer service delivery consistent with the goals and objectives of the university and the Office of the Controller. Provides production support of Financial Systems modules.

• Assists the Financial Systems and Support Services department in providing customer service delivery consistent with the goals and objectives of the university. Provides production support of financial systems modules for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Assists in training the university community on use of financial systems modules. Prepares reports and supports university community in use of reports.
• Assists in ensuring timeliness of transaction processing through the financial systems, integrity of the data, supporting closing of the accounting period and report generation.
• Assists in the implementation of new technologies and enhancements of existing systems.
• Maintains and updates PeopleSoft user roles as requested on the Access Request form. Supports PeopleSoft modules as directed by leadership or the Business Analysts.
• Updates upper management on the status of financial systems logs and Panther Tracks submitted on behalf of the Controller's direct reports, Business Analysts or SMEs.
• Provides weekly updates to upper management and recommends changes to enhance financial systems.
• Assists in the documentation of business processes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and some experience in a related field; OR four (4) years of experience in related field; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of PeopleSoft ERP system, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and other web related software.
• Ability to work in a team setting.

Job Category

Staff

Advertised Salary

$49,000 to $52,000

Work Schedule

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

Working Condition(s)

Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computer

Pre-Employment Requirements

Expanded Background Check

Other Information

Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

How To Claim Vet Preference

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:

• Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
• Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service‑connected disability
• Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
• Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service‑connected disability
• A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.

If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.

For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or [e-mail]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.