Senior JDE Business systems analyst - Finance

Senior JDE Business Systems Analyst - Finance

Location : Rockford, IL

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Type : Direct Hire

ID : GA119-2737708

Posted : Aug 22, 2024

JD Edwards Business Analyst with expertise in Finance Modules, including G / L, A / R, A / P, F / A, Intercompany Accounting, and Manufacturing Accounting, to join our global team in Rockford, IL.

In this role, you will analyze and optimize technical systems, support end-users, and work closely with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include business analysis and design, troubleshooting issues, system and integration testing of enhancements, implementing enhancements, configuring system settings, and developing cost-effective solutions.

Additionally, responsibilities include the planning, preparation, development, support, and execution of system, integration, and regression testing cycles aligned to release design specifications.

Job Description :

• Utilizing JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE 9.2) to manage Finance processes (including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, intercompany accounting in a multi-currency environment, budgeting, job cost, project cost), procure to pay processes like voucher match automation, and knowledge of manufacturing accounting.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient finance and costing operations.
• Knowledge of bank integrations and related automation for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bank reconciliation.
• Configuring and maintaining financial systems such as AAI setup, new company, new warehouse, or new manufacturing facility setups, Distribution and Manufacturing Automatic Accounting Instructions (DMAAI), etc.
• Monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving issues reported in various financial integrity reports within the JDE system.
• Providing training and support to end-users on JDE Finance functionalities such as month-end / year-end / 1099 processing.
• Analyzing data and generating reports to monitor key performance indicators and identify areas for improvement.
• Participating in system upgrades, tools upgrade, and enhancements related to JDE finance, distribution, and manufacturing modules.
• Staying updated on industry best practices and trends in finance technology to optimize the use of the JDE system.

Position Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to :

• Provide support for primary-use applications and functional areas within the Business Solutions team.
• Act as primary Subject Matter Expert in 1-2 business functions such as Financial Modules, Inventory Costing, Job Cost, Project Cost, Manufacturing Accounting, Sales Order Processing, Procure to Pay, Master Data Management, and Supply Chain or Inventory Management.
• Continuously develop and enhance your knowledge of business functions to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Participate in analyzing and designing system solutions. Provide guidance to development teams using a standard SDLC model from Concept through Analysis / Requirements, Development, Quality Assurance, Implementation, and Decommission.
• Assess the impact of proposed solutions on the business. Develop use cases to explain and demonstrate business requirements / specifications to the IT team and contribute a business perspective during design reviews.
• Apply ITIL-type methodologies to manage functional and technical issues. Handle incident management, assist in technical investigations to identify root causes, and create mitigation plans for user processes.
• Analyze and recommend improvements to business processes and technology. Design and execute training for customers, help desk personnel, and system developers on new and existing processes.
• Manage issue resolution with appropriate urgency, negotiating and resolving conflicts with customers, helpdesk personnel, and developers.

Escalate issues to management and senior leadership as needed.

• Independently manage small projects, leading application, infrastructure, and business resources using the SDLC model.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with business and technical partners, as well as customers, to enhance system efficiency and IT support.
• Be prepared for both domestic and international travel as required (less than 15%).
• Perform other projects or duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related experience or High School Diploma and 10+ years of specific experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in a business analysis role, in a multi-location organization in a 24x7 environment (preferably in a GxP and Distribution environment).
• Experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne supporting ERP applications in a global environment with multiple manufacturing and distribution centers and 24 / 7 operations.
• Working knowledge of business processes, system development, and process improvements.
• Proficient in gathering business requirements, process flows, and use cases.
• Experience with modeling and mapping as-is and to-be business processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Expert in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Costing, Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience with JD Edwards tools such as Watch List, E1Pages, Orchestrations, Form Extensions, and UDOs.
• Assist with potential M&A proposals.
• Experience with Hubble / DAS Reporting.
• Knowledge of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) integrations.

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