Senior Analyst, Financial Systems

Advance-Auto-Parts; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Analyst, Financial Systems to optimize technology across Controllership and FP&A. You will maintain and enhance Oracle CLOUD and EBS, Blackline, Trintech and PeopleSoft, partnering with Accounting and IT to translate needs into scalable solutions.

You will support the period-end close, ensure SOX compliance, and drive process improvements through analytics and new tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/IS or related field.
• 3+ years of financial accounting and reporting experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
• Proficient MS Excel and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance finance systems (Oracle CLOUD & EBS, Blackline, Trintech, PeopleSoft).
• Support SOX compliance and data analysis to drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with IT, FP&A, Treasury, and Internal Audit on optimization projects.
• Assist with period-end close, system testing, and change management.
• Provide technical solutions and training for end users as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/IS

Tools

Oracle

Blackline

Trintech

PeopleSoft

SmartView

Job description

Job DescriptionThe Senior Analyst, Financial Systems plays a key role in AAP’s long-term strategy to streamline processes and optimize technology. The role supports essential Finance Systems and initiatives of the Controllership and FP&A organization. The Senior Analyst will partner with Accounting and IT on the maintenance and enhancement of existing financial modules including, but not limited to Oracle CLOUD and EBS, Blackline, Trintech and Peoplesoft along with the adoption of new technology to support Accounting and Finance. Duties and responsibilities will cover a broad range of activities including System Maintenance, SOX compliance, data analysis, design, monitoring and testing of systems and processes as well as trouble-shooting ad hoc issues.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Serve as a catalyst in interpreting functional needs of the Controllership team, translating opportunities into solutions using data, advanced analytic tools and other emerging technologiesSupport and drive significant ad hoc projects including streamlining existing processes and development of transformation and change management programs for technology process implementations while ensuring compliance with Internal Controls and GAAPCollaborate with external consultants and partner with cross-functional teams including Treasury, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and Internal Audit to optimize projects according to impact, priority, budget and resource availabilityWork with leadership of the Controllership organization and key stakeholders to provide analysis supporting the development of recommendations and implement analytical approaches and methodologies to capture the critical, actionable data to achieve business goalsDevelop a thorough understanding of the Controllership function including people, process, and technologies to assist in documenting procedures and data/process flowsEvaluate best practice operating models and opportunities to optimize analytics across the organizationApply knowledge of accounting principles, best practices and technologies to develop tools that provide actionable business insight to assist the Controllership organizationSupport the period-end close process including monitoring system integrity, interfaces, access and rights/SOD; identify areas to improve processes and increase efficiencyProvide analysis for support issues and work with subject matter experts, IT, and end users to provide functional and technical solutions.Provide overall application expertise and assist with system testing and change management support including training, deployment and post-production hyper-carePerform other duties as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilityQUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint skillsExperience with Oracle, Blackline, Trintech, PeopleSoft, and SmartView desiredOperates with a collaborative mindset to ensure that key stakeholders are considered, builds relationships to leverage information and insights; communicates well with stakeholders and openly shares informationStrong interpersonal skills: able to build and maintain effective relationships, both internally and externally with a broad group of stakeholders fostering trustAbility to work successfully in a dynamic, fast-paced and deadline-driven work environmentAnalytical and logical thinking skills are paramountAbility to identify, clarify and resolve issues and risks related to system design, build and test activities, escalating them as neededStrong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills with the ability to take large volumes of complex information and present it in a clear and concise mannerInnovative thinker and agile learner; able to readily apply past learnings in new situations to generate solutions to challenges and/or create something entirely newSound decision-making skills - able to recognize and research a problem, identifying its component parts, causes and cost impactFlexible and supportive - able to understand and adjust to changing priorities, circumstances, direction, and personal stylesTrustworthy with strong business integrity and capacity to hold sensitive information in confidenceEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree from four-year college or university required; Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Information Systems discipline preferred3+ years of financial accounting and reporting experience with a solid understanding of business applications and accounting systemsKnowledge of generally accepted finance and accounting policies, principles and controlsEquivalent combination of education and experience.LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical transactions and financial reports. Ability to present information to various levels within the organization, including executive leadership. Ability to respond to common inquiries or feedback from team members, customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.California Residents click below for Privacy Notice:https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures