Business Intelligence / Financial Subject Matter Expert (SME) - BI 0410 NP#01

NavitasPartners•Jefferson City, MO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

A government transportation agency is seeking an experienced Financial Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a large-scale enterprise transformation program. This role is key to transitioning from a legacy financial system to a modern enterprise platform, including ERP, EPM, HCM, and Project Portfolio Management (PPM). The SME will serve as a bridge between business and technology teams, ensuring financial processes, federal funding requirements, and transportation-specific reporting are accurately implemented within the new system.

Requirements

8+ years of experience with government financial systems (legacy ERP platforms)
8+ years of experience in financial services processes within the public sector
8+ years of project costing experience in transportation or similar industries
Strong experience with federal funding processes, compliance, and reporting
Deep understanding of: Government accounting structures Financial reporting frameworks Funding distribution and reimbursement processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments
Hybrid role requiring onsite presence in Jefferson City, MO
Availability for occasional after-hours support
Must pass a state-level background check
Equipment and remote access support will be provided

Nice To Haves

Experience working with state government agencies (strongly preferred)
Experience supporting large-scale ERP or financial system implementations
Background in government transformation or modernization initiatives
Experience in hybrid work environments
Exposure to enterprise system migrations and change management

Responsibilities

Provide expertise in financial processes including: Accounts Payable / Receivable Inventory management Project financial reporting General ledger and distribution processes
Align financial operations with enterprise system design and implementation
Translate complex financial workflows into functional requirements and system documentation
Support development and implementation of enterprise systems, including ERP, EPM/PPM, and HCM integrations
Participate in workshops, task assignments, and system design sessions
Act as liaison between internal teams and program stakeholders
Develop and maintain business process documentation, functional specifications, and workflows
Ensure documentation aligns with program deliverables and regulatory requirements
Update materials based on system changes and enhancements
Create training materials, user guides, and presentations
Conduct training sessions for end users (onsite and virtual)
Ensure effective knowledge transfer for long-term operational sustainability
Address system issues, user questions, and enhancement requests
Troubleshoot and resolve functional and financial system issues
Support ongoing improvements and minor system enhancements
Maintain consistent communication with leadership and project teams
Collaborate with finance, IT, and external partners
Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ensure compliance with federal and state funding requirements
Support processes related to grants, reimbursements, and financial reporting
Maintain alignment with transportation program standards and regulations