Business Analyst

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. •Demonstrated ability to extract information from various sources and systems, integrate/summarize into reports using Excel and/or Access, validate, and analyze results.

Duration: 4 years

Hybrid: 244 Chestnut St., Salem, NJ, *Generally, 2-3 days per week in the office.

MON-FRI (7am –4pm)

*Intermediate level (up to 4 years'experience): Pay range: $40.00 - 45.91/hr on w2 (all inclusive)

*Advanced level (4+ years'experience): $50.00 - 54.81/hr on w2 (all inclusive)

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.