JDE Sr. Systems Analyst - Finance

Employer:	Aegion Updated: Oct 15 2015
Desired Expertise:	Accounting, Business Analyst, Financial Analyst
Experience:	6+ years
Minimum Education:	Bachelors/3-5 yr Degree
Location:	Houston, TX, US
Reference Code:	6159
Job Status:	Active / Open
Work Authorization:	North America

Job Description:
Overview: Aegion Corporation and its family of companies shield and protect the world’s infrastructure from degradation and corrosion with a variety of technologies and services. With operations in multiple countries across the world, a career at Aegion will provide challenging and innovative opportunities for a company that is a technology leader in their industry. Aegion’s IT organization includes a team of exceptionally talented individuals responsible for supporting Aegion’s growing global businesses. The IT organization is team-oriented and forward thinking with multiple opportunities to develop an array of new business capabilities and technological skills. Provide day-to-day support of JD Edwards (JDE) Financial modules (GL, AP, AR, FA, and Tax). Recommend, plan, execute, test, and document changes to the production environment. Identify opportunities to apply functional capabilities of the system to improve business processes, operational efficiencies, and information accuracy. Research, evaluate and recommend module additions including bolt-on interfaces needed to improve the production environment. Responsibilities: POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES Responsible for the on-going support of the current JDE Financial Modules environment. Act as a "go-to" person for JDE Financials problem solving and troubleshooting. Design Creation Facilitate AS-IS and TO-BE business process design sessions Resolve issues found in Gap Analysis Document Functional Design Specifications for development changes Develop and document the detail design and configuration of the business process/functional solutions Facilitate Business Process Re-engineering Utilize Structured Analysis and Design Techniques Construct JDE Financials configuration solutions Conduct Integration Tests Create, coordinate and deliver End-User TrainingImplementation Planning Create, execute and monitor detailed Implementation/Go-Live Plans Provide go-live support Create and maintain User Access/Security Models for the Finance Modules user base Support all third party bolt-on or in-house developed systems that support the business’ Finance functions. Qualifications: Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or Accounting. Preferred but not required - certified CPA. Proven expertise in understanding accounting principles. 6+ years experience with internal finance department policies, procedures and operations. 6+ years experience with full life cycle implementation and support of JDE Financial modules. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Must have the ability to work with limited supervision. Must be able to comfortably facilitate group discussions for business requirements Other Skills and Abilities Leadership Skills: Position requires individual to have strong interpersonal skills with ability to motivate and empower, to be a strong communicator able to take initiative and function independently. Computer-Based: Ability to work with complex spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. Ability to learn new applications quickly. Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point) required. ERP systems implementation experience and in-depth understanding of JD Edwards Financials required. Proficient in use of SQL.
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: In order to apply for this position, applicants MUST meet the following criteria. If your resume does not match these criteria, you will not be able to apply for this position. Location: North America