Business Analyst (Finance & Cost)

Job Title: ERP Business Analyst (Finance & Cost)

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented ERP Business Analyst with expertise in finance, accounting, and cost accounting to join our team. This role is critical in optimizing our ERP system to support financial processes, ensuring accurate reporting, and enhancing cost management strategies. The ideal candidate will work closely with finance and IT teams to analyze business needs, configure ERP solutions, and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities
• Serve as the primary liaison between finance, accounting, and IT teams to ensure ERP systems align with business needs.
• Configure, test, and implement ERP modules related to financial management, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and cost accounting.
• Identify and resolve system issues, ensuring efficient workflows and accurate financial data.
• Analyze and document financial workflows, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency.
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to improve reporting accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Provide training to finance and accounting teams on ERP functionalities and best practices.
• Develop user manuals, process documentation, and troubleshooting guides.
• Offer ongoing support for ERP system users, addressing finance-related concerns.
• Other duties may be assigned as required by organizational needs.

Essential Skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or other Engineering discipline.
• 1-2 years of business analysis, business process reengineering, and solutions implementation experience in Accounting, Finance, and/or Cost Accounting domains.
• High familiarity with ERP software methodology, including system configuration and integration.
• Demonstrated experience assisting in the definition of systems strategy, gathering and documenting business requirements, testing (UAT), and business user training.
• Excellent time management, attention to detail, and prioritization skills.
• Strong Atlassian product experience using Agile methodologies such as Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Visio, and Project.
• Ability to gracefully manage multiple priorities, commitments, and projects in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Professional experience in Aerospace or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytic skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data.

Additional Skills & Qualifications
• 3+ years’ experience in ERP’s development and implementation, specifically Odoo, NetSuite, Oracle or similar modular.
• Experience utilizing tools such as Data loader, SQL Developer, and the person
• Working knowledge of Python 2.7+, XML, and experience with writing simple to complex queries to support audit/operational requests.
• Capable of working in a constantly evolving environment.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in high-pressure situations.
• Works well on a collaborative and multidisciplinary team.
• Unafraid to speak up and ask questions and capable of formulating solutions or recommendations.
• Recognizes the importance and gravity of project timeline and milestones.
• Willingness to learn and operate under non-standard procedures, as necessary.

Work Environment

Contract durations slated to be 6-9 months. The work environment is primarily an office setting. Our organization offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental, and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short-term disability, and flexible PTO options. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved with building a company that will be globally recognized. You will have a start-up-like experience within the Aerospace field, with a passion towards space and the 'new unknown' being a part of your everyday work.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Park,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through
• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.