Senior Financial Systems Analyst
Wolters Kluwer
- Kalyani, West Bengal
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Aptitude to learn new and unfamiliar technologies independently using documentation and online resources
- Demonstrated track record of process improvement and desire to implement best practices
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to build and manage strong relationships with cross-functional teams
- Manage and optimize the BlackLine application as a hands-on system administrator
- Perform global SAP ECC FI-CO GL master data maintenance and MS Dynamics GP administration and reinforce related governance processes and controls
- Troubleshoot and provide timely BlackLine end-user support to global system users
- Update configuration specifications for the internal master data request system, Enterprise Data Portal (EDP)
- Develop, document, and deliver training to global end-users on supported systems and applications
- Conduct regular audits and testing to ensure data accuracy and integrity within finance systems
- Assist in application integrations, implementations, and upgrades
- Drive system optimization efforts to improve processes within FSS through better use of technology
- Other duties as assigned
- 3-5 years of professional experience with financial systems administration
- Experience with SAP ECC GL master data management
- Ability to interact with IT and various functions, as well as with various levels of management
- Ability to explain and interpret accounting/financial information from a business and technological standpoint
- Knowledge of accounting standards with business and IT general controls and financial processes (close, consolidations & reporting, and planning cycles)
- Advanced skills in core Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- SAP FICO certification
- BlackLine System Administrator, Business Administrator, or Local Administrator experience
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP), NetSuite, and JD Edwards
- Experience with system implementations, solution building, and control of financial systems
- Professional experience and awareness of the complexity, interactions, and dynamics within a large, multi-national company
- Project management experience, primarily working on complex and transformational systems assignments
- Competence with large data sets and knowledge of best practices for data cleanliness/integrity
- Experience with process standardization
- Proficiency with SharePoint, Visio, Project, Power BI, and Power Automate
- High level of aptitude/interest in becoming a systems expert for areas of expertise
- Ability to work flexible hours (US and UK hours) to coordinate with the rest of the team during peak close and reporting periods
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong communication skills, written and verbal
- Highly organized, strong time-management, detail-oriented approach to work; demonstrated ability to produce high-quality work in ambiguous environments
- Ability to work independently under moderate direction with a willingness to take the initiative and follow through on projects
- Desire to consistently exceed expectations and take on more responsibility
- Clear interest and passion for challenging the status quo
- Must be proactive and recommend solutions when discussing problems
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work US and UK hours at least 50% each month
- Minimum two (2) days per week working from the office (Pune-Kalyani Nagar)