Business Systems Analyst – General Accounting and Payables

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking an Oracle EBS Business/Systems Analyst to bridge business needs with technical solutions in enterprise financial systems. You will work with General Ledger and Accounts Payable, designing and validating configurations, reports, and interfaces to support financial integrity and scalable growth.

Responsibilities include gathering requirements, collaborating with developers, performing SQL-driven data validation, and supporting month-end close.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, MIS, Accounting, or related field.
• 8+ years designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise applications with 5+ years in Oracle E-Business Suite or similar ERP.
• Experience with three or more Oracle EBS modules (GL, AP, AR, Projects/Contracts, or Billing).

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document requirements, translating into functional/technical specs for Oracle EBS.
• Configure and optimize General Ledger and Accounts Payable modules to meet compliance and reporting needs.
• Collaborate with developers to design, test, and deploy integrations and reports.
• Perform data analysis, validation, and reconciliation using SQL and diagnostic tools.
• Support month-end/year-end close activities and journal processing issues.
• Resolve invoice processing, supplier payments, holds, accruals, and GL postings issues.
• Develop and maintain functional designs, test scripts, and documentation.

Skills

Requirements analysis

SQL

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

GAAP knowledge

Security clearance

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Accounting Information Systems

Tools

Oracle EBS

Job description

Description

Are you a problem solver who enjoys bridging business needs and technical solutions in enterprise financial systems?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking an experienced Oracle EBS Business/Systems Analyst with strong knowledge of General Accounting, General Ledger (GL), and Accounts Payable (AP). In this role, you will combine deep technical expertise with functional understanding to assess business needs, evaluate system capabilities, and provide insights and recommendations that support process improvement and operational efficiency. You will work closely with the Business Applications Group and partners in General Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Accounts Payable. Your goal is to ensure Oracle EBS solutions support efficiency, accuracy, financial integrity, and scalable growth.

As an Oracle E-Business Suite Business/Systems Analyst, you will...

• Partner with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document requirements, translating them into functional and technical specifications within Oracle EBS.
• Configure, support, and optimize Oracle General Ledger and Accounts Payable modules to meet evolving accounting, reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with developers to design, test, and deploy extensions, interfaces, reports, and integrations.
• Perform data analysis, validation, and reconciliation using SQL and other diagnostic tools.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities by troubleshooting issues affecting journal processing, subledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Analyze and resolve issues related to invoice processing, supplier payments, payment batches, holds, accruals, and General Ledger posting.
• Fix and resolve functional and technical issues through root-cause analysis, coordination with Oracle Support, and application of recommended fixes.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including functional designs, test scripts, user procedures, and configuration records.
• Participate in system testing, patching, and upgrade activities to ensure stability, accuracy, and compliance.
• Evaluate change requests for business impact, dependencies, and alignment with governance and audit requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and reporting enhancements that improve efficiency, internal controls, and data integrity.
• Experience in authoring functional design specifications, configuration documents, test plans, and test scripts.
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and recommend break/fix solutions.
• Proficient in authoring and presenting program solution documents.
• Support users through training, issue resolution, and communication of best practices for system usage.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Accounting, or a related field.
• Have 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise applications, including 5+ years supporting Oracle E-Business Suite or comparable ERP platforms.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in three or more Oracle EBS modules (GL, AP, AR, Projects/Contracts, or Billing), including application configuration, integrations, and system dependencies.
• Have 3-5+ years of technical leadership experience leading enterprise application implementations, enhancements, or modernization efforts.
• Possess experience throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, solution design, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Demonstrate proficiency with SQL, relational databases, application integrations, and troubleshooting complex enterprise systems.
• Possess working knowledge of GAAP, federal cost principles, and compliance requirements as they relate to enterprise financial systems.
• Communicate effectively with technical teams, business partners, and leadership.
• Are able to obtain Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Accounting, or a related field.
• Have 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise applications, including 5+ years supporting Oracle E-Business Suite or comparable ERP platforms.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in three or more Oracle EBS modules (GL, AP, AR, Projects/Contracts, or Billing), including application configuration, integrations, and system dependencies.
• Have 3-5+ years of technical leadership experience leading enterprise application implementations, enhancements, or modernization efforts.
• Possess experience throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, solution design, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Demonstrate proficiency with SQL, relational databases, application integrations, and troubleshooting complex enterprise systems.
• Possess working knowledge of GAAP, federal cost principles, and compliance requirements as they relate to enterprise financial systems.
• Communicate effectively with technical teams, business partners, and leadership.
• Are able to obtain Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Hold an advanced degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Hold a CBAP, PMI-PBA, Oracle, or other relevant technical certification.
• Have experience with Business Intelligence, enterprise reporting, data analytics, or system integrations.
• Have experience supporting enterprise applications in a government contracting, FFRDC, or UARC environment.

About Us

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

Why Work at APL?

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually