Business Analyst, Accounting

Kodiak Gas•The Woodlands, TX

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Business Analyst provides subject‑matter expertise in finance‑related business processes and ERP systems, partnering with stakeholders to support organizational operations, coordinate initiatives, and advise on best practices for IFS Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
Proven experience as a Business Analyst with expertise in ERP systems, particularly in finance modules such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Reporting.
Experience with ERP implementation projects, system upgrades, and post-implementation support is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of finance-related business processes, industry regulations, and best practices, with the ability to translate these requirements into ERP system configurations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing system and process inefficiencies.
Highly self-motivated and directed.
Attention to detail.
Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

MBA or relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, PMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison between the finance department and the IT team in gathering, analyzing, and documenting business requirements related to the ERP.
Conduct in-depth analysis of existing finance process, identify areas of improvement and provide recommendations for streamlining workflows through the ERP system.
Collaborate with stakeholders to design, configure, and implement finance modules within the ERP system, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and compliance standards.
Implement new companies, business units, object codes, user defined codes, category codes, and sub-ledgers based upon specified criteria.
Develop queries and reports within the software, and/or with third party software products.
Develop user defined reports within available business applications.
Review and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of business practices and recommend strategies for the improvement of these practices.
Provide end-user training and support during ERP system upgrades and enhancements, ensuring that finance team members are proficient in utilizing the system to its full potential.
Partner with end users to define business requirements and system goals and identify and resolve business system's issues.
Act as a strategic advisor to the finance team, offering insights, recommendations, and solutions to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes within the ERP system.
Ensure SOX controls are implemented in the system and followed.
Assist with external and internal audit request
Other duties as may be assigned.