Sr JDE Business System Analyst

MYR Group Inc.; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $135,000-$145,000 / year

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

MYR Group Inc. is seeking a Sr JDE Business Systems Analyst to lead JD Edwards EnterpriseOne financial and construction accounting processes.

The role requires deep E1 knowledge, process documentation, and cross-functional collaboration with accounting, finance, and operations teams. You will configure and support E1, guide upgrade and rollout efforts, and develop user-friendly documentation and training materials for end users.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a business systems analyst.
• Hands-on JD Edwards E1 finance modules experience.
• Experience in construction or project-based industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior functional analyst for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne finance and construction accounting modules.
• Lead requirements gathering, fit/gap analysis, and process documentation.
• Configure E1 setup: chart of accounts, AAIs, cost codes, and billing.
• Provide expert support for month-/quarter-/year-end closes and WIP/billing activities.
• Develop and maintain end-user documentation and training materials.

Skills

JD Edwards E1

Finance modules

General Ledger

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field

Tools

OneStream

FP&A

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sr JDE Business Systems Analyst serves as the senior functional analyst for the Company's JD Edwards EnterpriseOne financial and construction accounting processes, including, but not limited to, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Job Cost, Contract/Subcontract Management, and Advanced Cost Accounting. This role gathers business requirements, conducts fit/gap analysis, configures and supports E1, and develops functional specifications to ensure that information technology solutions support business objectives.

Company Overview

With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.

Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.

Essential Functions

• Serve as the senior functional analyst for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne finance and construction accounting, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Job Cost, Contract/Subcontract Management, and Advanced Cost Accounting
• Meet with Accounting, Finance, Project Controls, and operations stakeholders to assess business objectives, define user needs, and follow an established requirements gathering process to identify requirements
• Lead fit/gap analysis and cross-module impact assessments for proposed configuration or process changes, favoring standard E1 functionality over custom development where possible
• Configure and maintain E1 financial and job cost setup, including chart of accounts, business units, cost codes/object accounts, automatic accounting instructions (AAIs), and commitment, billing, and retainage processing
• Provide expert-level support for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including job cost close, WIP and over/under billing, subcontract and purchase order commitments, and intercompany and consolidation activities
• Provide expert-level support for Contract/Subcontract Management and Advanced Cost Accounting processes, including subcontract commitments, change orders, progress and retainage billing, and cost allocations
• Prepare functional specifications, statements of work, and process documentation to communicate requirements to development teams, and serve as the liaison between developers and end users
• Coordinate with developers, quality assurance teams, and users to test processes and ensure functionality and user acceptance
• Participate in E1 upgrades, enhancements, and new module rollouts, ensuring finance and job cost requirements and process implications are fully represented
• Troubleshoot complex E1 functional and data issues, and engage vendors or support resources as needed to resolve them
• Support integrations and data flows between E1 and other systems, such as FP&A, reporting, and data warehouse tools, in coordination with IT technical teams
• Develop and maintain end-user documentation and training materials for JD Edwards finance and job cost processes, and provide training to end users
• Conduct task analysis and work with system users to identify opportunities to improve productivity and integration, reduce manual effort, and decrease costs
• Conduct cost/benefit and buy/build analyses, and present findings and recommendations to management
• Assist in developing design considerations, cost analyses, and execution timelines for finance and job cost initiatives
• Support and provide guidance to junior business systems analysts on E1 functionality and requirements gathering
• Stay informed of JD Edwards releases, emerging technologies, and changing organizational objectives
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed on-site in a Company-designated office location
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a business systems analyst, including at least 5 years of hands‑on experience with JD Edwards E1 finance modules
• Experience supporting JD Edwards Job Cost and Contract/Subcontract Management; Advanced Cost Accounting experience preferred
• Experience in the construction or project‑based industry preferred; JD Edwards E1 Release 23 experience and relevant JD Edwards certifications preferred

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related field from an accredited university or institution

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of JD Edwards E1 finance modules (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets) and associated object and table structures
• Extensive knowledge of JD Edwards Job Cost, Contract/Subcontract Management, and Advanced Cost Accounting, including commitments, cost codes, retainage, progress billing, and WIP
• Working knowledge of E1 Release 23 tools and capabilities, including Orchestrator, UDOs, and One View Reporting
• Strong understanding of construction industry accounting and project cost management
• Ability to translate business needs into E1 configuration and process design decisions, and to evaluate configure vs. customize options
• Ability to assess cross‑module impacts of proposed configuration or process changes
• Ability to understand complex database systems and E1 data structures
• Strong knowledge of system analysis, workflow management, and process flow documentation
• Ability to write clear functional specifications on how new or changed functionality will operate
• Working knowledge of FP&A and reporting tools (such as OneStream) and data warehouse tools as they relate to E1 data is preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Strong organizational & time‑management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities
• Ability to provide solid customer service and exercise diplomacy
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences

WHAT WE OFFER

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $135,000-$145,000 / year
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Comprehensive benefits package -Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) -Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• AnnualPaid Time Offstarting at15 days plus 10 paid Holidays(Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous401(k) Plan with100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, andAnnual profit-sharingpotential.
• Superior educational assistance program(support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Company-paid short and long‑term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

  Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit‑based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third‑party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.