Sr JDE Business System Analyst

MYR Group•Rolling Meadows, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr JDE Business Systems Analyst serves as the senior functional analyst for the Company's JD Edwards EnterpriseOne financial and construction accounting processes. The role gathers business requirements, conducts fit/gap analysis, configures and supports E1, and develops functional specifications to ensure technology solutions support business objectives. The position supports finance and construction accounting modules and processes, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Job Cost, Contract/Subcontract Management, and Advanced Cost Accounting. The analyst works with Accounting, Finance, Project Controls, and operations stakeholders; supports close processes, system changes, upgrades, integrations, and troubleshooting; and develops documentation and training for end users. The role also provides guidance to junior analysts. Essential functions are performed on-site at a Company-designated office location, with regular and predictable attendance required. MYR Group is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies, with roots dating to 1891 and more than 8,500 employees. Its subsidiaries deliver electrical construction projects throughout the United States and Canada. The company describes its work as contributing to a clean energy future and emphasizes safety, inclusion, teamwork, and mutual respect.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience as a business systems analyst, including at least 5 years of hands-on experience with JD Edwards E1 finance modules.
Experience supporting JD Edwards Job Cost and Contract/Subcontract Management.
Extensive knowledge of JD Edwards E1 finance modules (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Fixed Assets) and associated object and table structures.
Extensive knowledge of JD Edwards Job Cost, Contract/Subcontract Management, and Advanced Cost Accounting, including commitments, cost codes, retainage, progress billing, and WIP.
Working knowledge of E1 Release 23 tools and capabilities, including Orchestrator, UDOs, and One View Reporting.
Strong understanding of construction industry accounting and project cost management.
Ability to translate business needs into E1 configuration and process design decisions and evaluate configure-versus-customize options.
Ability to assess cross-module impacts of proposed configuration or process changes.
Ability to understand complex database systems and E1 data structures.
Strong knowledge of system analysis, workflow management, and process flow documentation.
Ability to write clear functional specifications explaining how new or changed functionality will operate.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
Ability to provide solid customer service and exercise diplomacy.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Essential functions are performed on-site in a Company-designated office location.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cost Accounting experience.
Experience in the construction or project-based industry.
JD Edwards E1 Release 23 experience.
Relevant JD Edwards certifications.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university or institution.
Working knowledge of FP&A and reporting tools such as OneStream and data warehouse tools as they relate to E1 data.

Responsibilities

Serve as the senior functional analyst for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne finance and construction accounting modules and processes.
Meet with Accounting, Finance, Project Controls, and operations stakeholders to assess business objectives, define user needs, and gather requirements.
Lead fit/gap analysis and cross-module impact assessments for proposed configuration or process changes, favoring standard E1 functionality over custom development where possible.
Configure and maintain E1 financial and job cost setup, including chart of accounts, business units, cost codes/object accounts, automatic accounting instructions (AAIs), and commitment, billing, and retainage processing.
Provide expert support for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including job cost close, WIP and over/under billing, subcontract and purchase order commitments, and intercompany and consolidation activities.
Support Contract/Subcontract Management and Advanced Cost Accounting processes, including subcontract commitments, change orders, progress and retainage billing, and cost allocations.
Prepare functional specifications, statements of work, and process documentation, and serve as liaison between developers and end users.
Coordinate with developers, quality assurance teams, and users to test processes and ensure functionality and user acceptance.
Participate in E1 upgrades, enhancements, and new module rollouts, representing finance and job cost requirements and process implications.
Troubleshoot complex E1 functional and data issues, engaging vendors or support resources as needed.
Support integrations and data flows between E1 and other systems, including FP&A, reporting, and data warehouse tools, in coordination with IT technical teams.
Develop and maintain end-user documentation and training materials for JD Edwards finance and job cost processes, and train end users.
Conduct task analysis with system users to identify opportunities to improve productivity and integration, reduce manual effort, and decrease costs.
Conduct cost/benefit and buy/build analyses and present findings and recommendations to management.
Assist in developing design considerations, cost analyses, and execution timelines for finance and job cost initiatives.
Support and guide junior business systems analysts on E1 functionality and requirements gathering.
Stay informed of JD Edwards releases, emerging technologies, and changing organizational objectives.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance; perform other duties as assigned; and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and applicable professional and ethical standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, basic vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, hearing, and mental health coverage; the posting notes low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums and a $15 weekly premium for employee or employee-plus-family coverage.
Dental insurance with a 100% employer-paid premium.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program providing $1,200 annually for health- and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual paid time off starting at 15 days, plus 10 paid holidays, including a floating Cultural Celebration Day.
401(k) plan with 100% match up to 6%, immediate vesting, and annual profit-sharing potential.
Educational assistance program supporting educational costs, internal training, and more.
Company-paid short- and long-term disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Voluntary plans, including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, identity theft, group legal, group auto and home, and additional voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents.