JD Edwards Business Application Analyst

Worthington Enterprises • Columbus, OH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced JD Edwards Business Application Analyst to lead the analysis, design, implementation, and support of JD Edwards financial applications across the organization. The role works closely with Finance, Accounting, IT teams, and external vendors to align applications with organizational goals, strengthen financial controls, enhance efficiency, and support accurate reporting. The successful candidate will be proactive and solution-oriented, able to manage complex projects and deliver results. This hybrid position requires at least three days per week on-site at the corporate headquarters and approximately 10–20% travel depending on business needs. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne or similar ERP applications supporting Finance and Accounting modules.
• Experience with process mapping, requirements gathering, functional specification development, and financial system testing.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
• Ability to travel approximately 10–20% depending on business needs.
• Must work on-site at the corporate headquarters at least three days per week.

Nice To Haves

• Finance/Accounting experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Knowledge of financial close, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and financial reporting processes.
• Knowledge of business process modeling and optimization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and business stakeholders to understand and document business requirements, processes, controls, and objectives.
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications for JD Edwards solutions.
• Conduct gap analysis to identify opportunities for process improvement, financial control enhancement, and system optimization.
• Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of JD Edwards applications to meet business objectives.
• Work with developers, architects, and external partners to deliver high-quality solutions compliant with SOX and segregation-of-duties regulations.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate functionality, financial accuracy, integrations, and reporting.
• Provide ongoing support, troubleshooting, updates, and maintenance for JD Edwards Finance applications.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process issues.
• Maintain system documentation, user manuals, process flows, financial controls, and configuration guides.
• Serve as a liaison between IT and Finance/Accounting teams.
• Facilitate meetings, gather requirements, and identify financial process improvement opportunities.
• Train end users and support adoption of JD Edwards Finance applications and processes.
• Identify automation and optimization opportunities within financial processes and reporting.
• Stay current on JD Edwards Finance functionality, accounting standards, and emerging technologies.
• Lead initiatives that improve financial processes, systems, controls, and business value.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on the first day.
• Employer HSA contribution of up to $1,000 for single coverage or $2,000 for family coverage, depending on plan type.
• On-site medical center, pharmacy, barbershop, and fitness center.
• 401(k) match and employer contribution.
• Opportunities for career growth and promotion from within.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Quarterly profit sharing with no cap.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level