**Job Description: Financial Management Information Systems Business Analyst
**Location: Maryland, United States (Remote)
**Summary:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Financial Management Information Systems Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of relevant experience in analyzing, designing, and implementing financial systems solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of financial concepts, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders to optimize financial processes.
**Responsibilities:
1. **System Analysis:** Review and analyze existing financial systems, processes, and data to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
2. **Requirements Gathering:** Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, document, and prioritize business requirements for financial system enhancements.
3. **Solution Design:** Translate business needs into technical specifications and design efficient and effective financial management information system solutions.
4. **System Implementation:** Lead or support the implementation of new financial systems, including configuration, testing, and deployment activities.
5. **User Training:** Develop training materials and conduct user training sessions to ensure proper system understanding and adoption.
6. **System Support:** Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for financial systems, addressing user issues and ensuring system functionality.
7. **Data Management:** Ensure data integrity and accuracy within financial systems, including data migration, validation, and reconciliation.
8. **Compliance and Security:** Ensure financial systems comply with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices for data security and privacy.
9. **Process Improvement:** Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and optimization within financial management processes.
10. **Stakeholder Communication:** Communicate effectively with business stakeholders, IT teams, and management to ensure alignment on system requirements and project status.
11. **Documentation:** Maintain detailed documentation of system requirements, design decisions, testing results, and user guides for future reference.
12. **Continuous Learning:** Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in financial management information systems to recommend innovative solutions.
These responsibilities are crucial for a Financial Management Information Systems Business Analyst to effectively assess, design, implement, and support financial systems that meet the organization's needs and drive operational efficiency and effectiveness.
**Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
2. Master’s degree or relevant certifications (such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)) are highly desirable.
3. 5-7 of experience as a Financial Management Information Systems Business Analyst.
4. Strong knowledge of financial principles, accounting practices, and financial reporting.
5. Experience in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and financial software applications.
6. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
7. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.
**Additional Requirements:**
1. Experience with financial regulatory compliance (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley Act, GDPR).
2. Knowledge of Maryland state financial regulations and reporting requirements is a plus.
The successful candidate will have 5-7 years of hands-on experience in financial systems analysis, implementation, and support. Previous experience in optimizing financial processes, system enhancements, and data management is essential for this role.
This job description outlines the key responsibilities, qualifications, and experience required for the role of Financial Management Information Systems Business Analyst with 5-7 years of experience in Maryland. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing our financial systems and driving operational efficiency within the organization.
Benefits: Full benefit package included.
A Public Trust background check is required.
This is a remote position.