Business Analyst (Professional)
Salem, NJ
2+ years
Responsibilities:
Business Specialist responsible for financial analysis of SAP cost data; extracting, cleaning and preparing cost data from SAP for analysis by others; completing related duties for the monthly close; and supporting financial budget/LRP planning. Strong skills in using SAP, Access, and Excel are required.
Requirements:
" Demonstrated ability to extract information from various sources and systems, integrate/summarize into reports using Excel and/or Access, validate, and analyze results.
" Demonstrated strong ability to manipulate data, data mine and translate complex financial data into decision inputs for business recommendations.
" Strong ability to design integrative reports using advance Excel functions and/or other data query driven tools.
" Demonstrated ability to develop, build and maintain dynamic financial models for financial budgeting and reporting.
" Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
" Technical financial and managerial accounting skills.
" Demonstrated proficiency in financial systems and PC applications (MS Office Suite, e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
" Strong business acumen, critical thinking and presentation skills in Finance/Process Management.
" Strong understanding of general accounting practices.
" Solid written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management.
" Ability to apply managerial accounting concepts and present and explain information to associates with financial and non-financial backgrounds.
" Ability to develop creative solutions.
" Demonstrated leadership skills.
" Must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity.
" Must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.
" Experience in shared service organizations.
" Demonstrated understanding of SAP FI/CO. CPA, CMA, MBA or other advanced degree.
Experience Levels:
" Advanced: Full knowledge of related concepts. Typically has at least 4 years of experience performing this specific job function and requires minimal managerial oversight/direction.