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We are looking for a highly skilled and forward-thinking Sr Financial Systems Analyst to join our organization's accounting and financial systems team. The Sr Financial Systems Analyst will have the chance to contribute to a strong team culture and will be encouraged to propose solutions that align with current best practices in data analytics and business intelligence. The focus of this position will be on analyzing system feeds, improving data quality and accessibility, addressing data integrity and system issues with a mindset geared towards transformation and process improvement.
OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS:
- Team Participation and Strategy Execution: Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans for the financial systems department, aligning them with the organization's goals and objectives. Participate in a high-performing team that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- System Analysis and Enhancement: Review systems feeds and financial data for accuracy, completeness, and integrity. Identify potential system improvements and enhancements, advocating for the implementation of solutions in line with best practices in data analytics and business intelligence.
- Data Integrity Research: Participate in efforts to research and resolve data integrity issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Implement preventive measures, develop data quality metrics, and contribute to initiatives aimed at improving the overall integrity of financial data.
- System Issue Resolution: Investigate and troubleshoot system issues related to financial processes, applications, and interfaces. Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to address system-related issues.
- Transformation and Process Improvement: Continuously review financial systems, processes, and workflows to identify opportunities for transformation and process improvement. Contribute to initiatives aimed at streamlining operations, enhancing efficiency, and leveraging emerging technologies and industry best practices.
- Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Support the use of data analytics and business intelligence tools to encourage data-driven decision-making within the organization. Stay updated on industry trends and advancements to suggest and implement relevant solutions.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA, CISA) would be advantageous.
- Significant experience (7+ years) with accounting and financial reporting systems.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial processes, and general ledger systems.
- In-depth knowledge of SQL, data analytics, business intelligence, and emerging technologies in the financial systems domain.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a transformation and process improvement mindset.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to implement best practices, streamline operations, and contribute to organizational change.
- Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., SOX, GAAP).
- Experience with data transform tools such as Power BI, Tableau or Alteryx.
Skillsoft delivers online learning, training, and talent solutions to help organizations unleash their edge. Leveraging immersive, engaging content, Skillsoft enables organizations to unlock the potential in their best assets – their people – and build teams with the skills they need for success. Empowering 36 million learners and counting, Skillsoft democratizes learning through an intelligent learning experience and a customized, learner-centric approach to skills development with resources for Leadership Development, Business Skills, Technology & Development, Digital Transformation, and Compliance.
Skillsoft is partner to thousands of leading global organizations, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company features three award-winning systems that support learning, performance and success: Skillsoft learning content, the Percipio intelligent learning experience platform, which offers measurable impact across the entire employee lifecycle. Learn more at www.skillsoft.com.
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