SAP Finance Analyst

Woodward L'Orange•Fort Collins, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A Level 3 SAP Record to Report Analyst supports end-to-end SAP finance processes across Record-to-Report, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, controlling, close, and financial reporting, while helping ensure standardized, compliant, and scalable processes across the enterprise. The role partners closely with global business and IT teams to support the design, configuration, testing, and rollout of SAP S/4HANA RTR capabilities aligned to a global template, including key integrations with upstream and downstream business processes. This analyst executes functional and integration testing, resolves defects, supports master data and process readiness, and assists with cutover and hypercare activities during go-lives. A strong emphasis is placed on enabling consistent finance processes, strengthening cross-functional integration, and supporting regional adoption during the global SAP transformation.

Requirements

Working knowledge of all SAP Record to Report (Finance) processes , with specialization in Parallel Ledgers, Fixed Assets, Taxes, Foreign Currencies, AR, AP, GL, Treasury and capital projects and integration points with sourcing, sales & distribution and inventory highly preferred.
Experience with government accounting standards such as DCAA/DCMA, CAS, etc.
Experience supporting SAP S/4HANA global implementations or rollouts , including functional testing, defect resolution, and hypercare support across sites
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Analyze complex problems and recommend solutions. Use data to support decisions; Advanced problem-solving skills to address complex system issues.
Business Process Modeling: Design and optimize business processes; Use modeling tools to support solution design; Ability to identify inefficiencies in platform-related processes and recommend improvements.
Change Management & Training: Lead training and change initiatives; Develop materials and measure adoption; Experience in managing change requests and implementing system changes.
Documentation & Traceability: Own documentation for projects; Ensure version control and audit readiness.
Project Coordination & Execution: Lead small projects or workstreams; Ensure timely delivery and attention to detail.
Requirements Gathering & Analysis: Independently gather, analyze, and validate requirements; Facilitate workshops and resolve requirement conflicts.
Solution Design Thinking: Translate requirements into functional designs. Evaluate solution options.
Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate meetings, manage expectations, and resolve conflicts.
Technical Acumen: Proficient in using and analyzing data within at least one enterprise system; Deep knowledge of specific platform modules and their integration points; Collaborate with technical teams to support integrations, configurations, and troubleshooting; Demonstrate continuous learning mindset, interest in technology trends, platform direction.
Testing & Quality Assurance: Lead testing efforts; Ensure traceability and quality standards.
All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Responsibilities

Independently elicit, analyze, and document business requirements; Evaluate enhancement vs. new solution options; Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope.
Own documentation for assigned projects; Coordinate and execute system testing, integration testing, and User Acceptance Testing to ensure the system meets business needs and traceability.
Facilitate cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions; Configure platform modules to meet business requirements, including cross-module integration; Ensure alignment with organizational standards and promote reuse of existing capabilities.
Act as a liaison between business and IT; Lead training sessions and manage stakeholder expectations.
Identify and resolve complex platform-related issues, providing timely support to users; Manage enhancements and bug fixes; Collaborate with developers to ensure quality and adherence to standards; Own small-to-medium development efforts; Mentor other team members as needed.
Independently gather, analyze, and validate requirements; Facilitate workshops and resolve requirement conflicts.
Translate requirements into functional designs. Evaluate solution options.
Facilitate meetings, manage expectations, and resolve conflicts.
Lead testing efforts; Ensure traceability and quality standards.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave