Functional Financial ERP Business Analyst

Acquisition NexGen; Annapolis (MD); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking a skilled Functional ERP Financial Management Business Analyst to join a complex financial modernization project. This role, primarily remote with occasional onsite work in Annapolis, MD, requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in financial management and accounting. You will engage with various stakeholders to analyze existing systems, document requirements, and facilitate improvements. If you have a passion for enhancing financial processes and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to transforming financial management systems and making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years experience in a Business Analyst role focusing on financial management.
• Strong understanding of ERP/Financial Management System concepts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of existing financial/accounting technologies and processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather ERP requirements for modernization.

Skills

Business Process Analysis

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

ERP Systems (Workday, Oracle, SAP, CGI)

Business Process Modeling Tools (e.g., Visio)

Job description

Functional Financial ERP Business Analyst

Acquisition NexGen is currently in search of a Functional ERP Financial Management Business Analyst for a Consulting Firm in the DC / MD / VA area.

This is a Contract-to-Hire position.

3rd Party Candidates WILL NOT be considered.

This role is 90% remote with very occasional onsite work in Annapolis, MD.

Qualified Candidates must either have an Active Public Trust Clearance OR the ability to obtain one.

Position Summary:

• We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Management Modernization Business Analyst with a strong background in financial management and/or accounting to join a high profile, complex financial modernization project.
• The successful Financial Management Modernization Business Analyst will be a key project team member and will be responsible for conducting detailed discovery of the client’s existing financial management technologies and processes, and analyzing and documenting requirements for the client’s future financial system modernization.
• This role requires familiarity with AT LEAST one of the common financial management/accounting functional areas (General Ledger Accounting and sub-ledger accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Asset Management, Inventory Management, Project and Grants Accounting, Budgeting and Forecasting, Procurement, Treasury and Cash Management).
• This role will interact with numerous stakeholders to understand and define business, functional, and technical financial needs, and will require candidates who are very detailed, self-motivated, results oriented, and excellent communicators.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed discovery and analysis of existing financial/accounting technologies and processes and identify areas for process improvement that align with current ERP financial management systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and define ERP requirements for financial management modernization.
• Facilitate requirements gathering sessions and design activities with stakeholders for the following functional areas: General Ledger Accounting and sub-ledger accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Asset Management, Inventory Management, Revenue Expenditure Accounting, Project and Grants Accounting, Budgeting and Forecasting, Procurement, Treasury and Cash Management.
• Conduct user research to understand user needs, behaviors, and blockers of existing financial/accounting processes.
• Define, document, and maintain business processes requirements and policies and identify ways to improve client financial and accounting processes & procedures.
• Write and document business and customer requirements.
• Develop project plans, priorities, and timelines for multiple waves of requirements gathering sessions.
• Support client Financial Management System procurement by conducting market research, developing product evaluation criteria, and identifying products that best meet client financial management needs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Relevant Business Process Analysis experience required.
• 3-5+ years experience in a Business Analyst role or performing requirements gathering functions, including for financial management/ERP modernizations.
• Experience gathering requirements for one or more of the following functional areas: General Ledger Accounting and sub-ledger accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Asset Management, Inventory Management, Revenue Expenditure Accounting, Project and Grants Accounting, Budgeting and Forecasting, Procurement, Treasury and Cash Management.
• Strong understanding of ERP/Financial Management System concepts, modules, and best practices, with experience working with ERP systems such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, and/or CGI.
• Experience with implementation of ERP and financial management systems, such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, and/or CGI.
• Experience with business process modeling tools (e.g. Visio).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, and vice versa.
• Ability to understand complex business processes, and to effectively articulate the information to others through visuals/diagrams or other requirements documentation.
• Ability to operate independently and set priorities amongst multiple task assignments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, assignments, and projects. Self motivated and highly engaged.

Additional Requirements:

• Either an Active Public Trust Clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience on an ERP Modernization Project and Financial Management Implementation.
• Experience supporting State & Local Government and/or Federal Government Client(s) is highly preferred.

Qualified Candidates should send a Word/PDF attached copy of their resume to Scott Gilinger at [e-mail].