Business Analyst, Accounting

Kodiakgas; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiakgas is seeking an Accounting Business Analyst in The Woodlands, Texas. This role involves providing expertise in finance-related business processes and ERP systems, coordinating with stakeholders, and recommending improvements for financial workflows. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, proven experience in ERP systems, and strong problem-solving skills. You'll be a key liaison between finance and IT, conducting analyses and implementing best practices for our ERP system.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst with expertise in ERP systems, particularly in finance modules.
• Experience with ERP implementation projects, system upgrades, and post-implementation support is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the finance department and the IT team.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of existing finance processes to identify areas of improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement finance modules within the ERP system.
• Provide end-user training and support during ERP system upgrades.

Skills

Strong understanding of finance-related business processes

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Experience with ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

MBA or relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, PMP)

Job description

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK

Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Summary

The Accounting Business Analyst provides subject‑matter expertise in finance‑related business processes and ERP systems, partnering with stakeholders to support organizational operations, coordinate initiatives, and advise on best practices for IFS Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the finance department and the IT team in gathering, analyzing, and documenting business requirements related to the ERP.
• Conduct in‑depth analysis of existing finance process, identify areas of improvement and provide recommendations for streamlining workflows through the ERP system.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design, configure, and implement finance modules within the ERP system, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and compliance standards.
• Implement new companies, business units, object codes, user defined codes, category codes, and sub‑ledgers based upon specified criteria.
• Develop queries and reports within the software, and/or with third party software products.
• Develop user defined reports within available business applications.
• Review and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of business practices and recommend strategies for the improvement of these practices.
• Provide end‑user training and support during ERP system upgrades and enhancements, ensuring that finance team members are proficient in utilizing the system to its full potential.
• Partner with end users to define business requirements and system goals and identify and resolve business system's issues.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the finance team, offering insights, recommendations, and solutions to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes within the ERP system.
• Ensure SOX controls are implemented in the system and followed.
• Assist with external and internal audit request.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field. MBA or relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, PMP) preferred.

Work Experience

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst with expertise in ERP systems, particularly in finance modules such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Reporting.
• Experience with ERP implementation projects, system upgrades, and post‑implementation support is highly desirable.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of finance‑related business processes, industry regulations, and best practices, with the ability to translate these requirements into ERP system configurations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and senior leadership.
• Analytical mindset, problem‑solving skills, and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing system and process inefficiencies.
• Highly self‑motivated and directed.
• Attention to detail.
• Team‑oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment.

Physical Demands

• Predominantly operates in an office environment. Some periods of time may be spent in a communications equipment space for installation, testing, and troubleshooting. Some work (less than 10%) requires frequent bending, moving, and lifting.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and other computer components.
• Up to 10% travel required.

Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.