Application Analyst 2 Financial Systems

Crown Equipment Corporation

34d

About The Position

Financial Database Subject Matter Expert/Analyst - Develop an in-depth understanding of current and future state of Company’s financial, operational systems and processes to record, verify, and provide accounting related data. Analyze and implement software application(s) to develop an understanding of new and existing reports by investigating the user’s needs. Identify system processes to provide desired output data and provide training on how to review and evaluate financial transactions. Support the deployment of financial and operational accounting systems/processes within the United States and globally. Provide guidance on multiple attributes of financial statement transactions to improve research and reporting capabilities. Support process improvement initiatives from a data maintenance perspective to improve internal processes and/or management reporting. Technical Knowledge Support - Monitor internal developments regarding technological changes in Company’s IT environment to ensure practices are implemented across the organization. Understand, evaluate, and support the implementation of financial accounting systems in coordination with Company’s IT team. Provide application support and input for programming changes requested from accounting and other departments and work with IT on changes. Miscellaneous - Assist in special financial and business-related studies and cooperate with other departments in the preparation of analyses. Assist management with projects. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

5-7 years' related experience
Bachelor’s degree (Business, Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Technology)
Non-degree considered if 12+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
Occasional travel (0-5%)
Occasional overnight stays (0-5%)

Nice To Haves

Experience connecting multiple complex data sources and identifying relevant underlying data relationships that drive business value, and experience with advanced visualization tools such as Server Quipware Reporting Services (SQRS), Tableau or Power BI.
Experience with ERP, supporting system deployments, and post system implementation issue resolution.
Good written, verbal, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Keen understanding of business objectives and ability to apply this understanding to recommend and implement reporting solutions.
Good problem-solving skills along with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Demonstrated analytical and statistical skills, including a detailed working knowledge of business intelligence systems and database tools.
Participate in a variety of financial accounting related activities to move projects forward and to objectively analyze accounting processes, systems, and financial statement risks.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

Develop an in-depth understanding of current and future state of Company’s financial, operational systems and processes to record, verify, and provide accounting related data.
Analyze and implement software application(s) to develop an understanding of new and existing reports by investigating the user’s needs.
Identify system processes to provide desired output data and provide training on how to review and evaluate financial transactions.
Support the deployment of financial and operational accounting systems/processes within the United States and globally.
Provide guidance on multiple attributes of financial statement transactions to improve research and reporting capabilities.
Support process improvement initiatives from a data maintenance perspective to improve internal processes and/or management reporting.
Monitor internal developments regarding technological changes in Company’s IT environment to ensure practices are implemented across the organization.
Understand, evaluate, and support the implementation of financial accounting systems in coordination with Company’s IT team.
Provide application support and input for programming changes requested from accounting and other departments and work with IT on changes.
Assist in special financial and business-related studies and cooperate with other departments in the preparation of analyses.
Assist management with projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.