Financial Management ERP Modernization Business Analyst

Company: Guidehouse
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: November 7, 2024

Job Description:

Job Family : Technology Consulting
Travel Required : Up to 50%
Clearance Required : Ability to Obtain Public Trust What You Will Do:
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) and an understanding of Financial Management systems. 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.

• 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
  
  -- What You Will Need:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited University and a minimum of THREE (3) + years of relevant experience within Business Analysis, ERP, data, or similar fields
  • Experience in 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
  • Experience working with ERP systems such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, Infor, and/or CGI
  • Experience with implementation of ERP and financial management systems, such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, Infor, and/or CGI
  • Experience with business process modelling 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. What Would Be Nice To Have:
    • Experience on an ERP Modernization Project and Financial Management Implementation The annual salary range for this position is $109,100.00-$163,700.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
      What We Offer : Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include:
      • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
      • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
      • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
      • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
      • 401(k) Retirement Plan
      • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
      • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
      • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
      • Student Loan PayDown
      • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
      • Skills Development & Certifications
      • Employee Referral Program
      • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
      • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
      • Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse
        Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
        Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
        If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
        Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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