JD Edwards Business Application Analyst - Finance

Gables Search Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Gables Search Group is seeking a JD Edwards Business Application Analyst – Finance to join our client’s team. You will own and optimize JD Edwards financial applications, collaborate with Finance and Accounting leaders, and drive improvements that enhance efficiency and financial controls.

You’ll combine ERP technical expertise with business analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement to support business growth and SOX compliance while delivering reliable, scalable finance solutions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne experience, supporting Finance and Accounting.
• Experience with JD Edwards business analysis, requirements gathering, process mapping, functional specifications, and system testing.
• Understanding of financial processes such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, financial close, and reporting.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or distribution environment is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key JD Edwards functional resource supporting Finance and Accounting operations.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements, identify challenges, and translate business needs into effective ERP solutions.
• Lead the design, configuration, implementation, and enhancement of JD Edwards financial applications.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve reporting, and introduce automation.
• Collaborate with developers, IT teams, and external partners to implement solutions that meet business objectives and financial compliance requirements, including SOX.
• Troubleshoot application issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Develop and execute testing plans to ensure system functionality, financial accuracy, and successful integrations.
• Support end users through training, documentation, and ongoing application improvements.
• Help drive initiatives that improve system performance, financial controls, and overall business efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

JD Edwards EnterpriseOne

Job description

JD Edwards Business Application Analyst – Finance

Make an Impact. Drive Innovation. Advance Your Career.

Are you a JD Edwards professional who enjoys solving business challenges, improving processes, and making technology work smarter for the organization?

We're seeking a JD Edwards Business Application Analyst to join a well-established, successful organization that values its employees, invests in technology, and provides excellent opportunities for professional growth.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of key JD Edwards financial applications, collaborate with Finance and Accounting leaders, and drive improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen financial controls, and support business growth.

If you enjoy combining your technical ERP expertise with business analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, this could be an excellent next step in your career.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a key JD Edwards functional resource supporting Finance and Accounting operations.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements, identify challenges, and translate business needs into effective ERP solutions.
• Lead the design, configuration, implementation, and enhancement of JD Edwards financial applications.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve reporting, and introduce automation.
• Collaborate with developers, IT teams, and external partners to implement solutions that meet business objectives and financial compliance requirements, including SOX.
• Troubleshoot application issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Develop and execute testing plans to ensure system functionality, financial accuracy, and successful integrations.
• Support end users through training, documentation, and ongoing application improvements.
• Help drive initiatives that improve system performance, financial controls, and overall business efficiency.

What We're Looking For

• 3–5 years of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne experience, supporting Finance and Accounting applications.
• Experience with JD Edwards business analysis, requirements gathering, process mapping, functional specifications, and system testing.
• Understanding of financial processes such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, financial close, and reporting.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or distribution environment is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Join an organization that believes its people are its greatest asset and backs that philosophy with outstanding benefits, professional development, and a culture of promoting from within.