Job Description

Are you a problem solver with a passion for remediating system design and configuration issues that cause financial deficiencies?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a Business Systems Analyst – Financial Systems (FS) to provide advisory and functional support to aid APL in reaching our North Star for IT business applications. APL is ranked as one of Computerworld's Top Places to Work in IT six years running. As an experienced professional in APL’s Applications Services Group, you’ll join a hardworking team, in an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative environment where learning and professional growth is encouraged. 

As a FS Business Analyst, you will collaborate with multi-functional teams to understand business needs and their associated financial and accounting impact, then help develop and deliver innovative designs that satisfy those needs. In addition, as a FS Business Analyst, you will….

• Partner closely with business stakeholders, including accounting and finance to collect business requirements, then crosswalk those requirements to functional and technical requirements in a requirement traceability matrix (RTM).
• Perform analysis of existing processes and applications, and assist with redesigning technical solutions to improve financial and/or reporting efficiencies.
• Advise technical members on the financial impact of IT projects, and advocate for the application’s adherence with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other financial authoritative guidance.
• Assist with configuration of accounting rules in financial applications.
• Develop comprehensive documentation such as process flows, training and users guides, functional specifications, and future state business process and application design documents.  
• Help translate concepts between technical and non-technical members.
• Facilitate design and requirement workshops to gather input and feedback.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Drive innovation by identifying emerging technologies and methodologies that enhance our systems and processes, positioning the organization for future success.
• Conduct training sessions for end-users to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and systems.
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or other related fields (advanced degree preferred).
• Be well versed in accounting principles, including how they translate within business processes and technology.
• Have a proven track record in delivering financial IT solutions, with 7+ years expertise in gathering requirements, and developing functional specifications.
• Have 7+ years of experience with financial enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications, preferably Oracle EBS.
• Are skilled in cultivating strong relationships with business stakeholders and translating business needs into IT solutions.
• Possess strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams toward a shared vision, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Have exceptional communication skills to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.
• Are proficient in data analysis and querying. Have strong SQL experience with the ability to extract meaningful insights to inform decision making and translate into actionable requirements.
• Have experience with highly customized financial applications.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have 7+ years of experience configuring and troubleshooting for Oracle EBS.
• Have led a financial remediation effort or served as a functional lead of an ERP implementation project.
• Have experience as a power user in Power BI.
• Have prior experience as a consultant or working for large, Federal direct- and grant-funded research organizations.
• Have an CPA.
• Are certified/trained in Agile Project Delivery and/or Business Analysis.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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