Senior Financial Analyst

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Senior Financial Analyst!!  

Location: Galway, Ireland

Job ID: 36585

As the Senior Financial Analyst, you will be responsible for delivering end-to-end financial solutions in the Oracle e-Business Suite (EBS) applications space. Responsibilities include defining, designing, developing, testing, documenting and supporting the finance/accounting functions at HID. The role requires exercise of discretion and independent judgement in evaluation of user requests/requirements, determining and implementing an optimum approach/solution and related documentation by applying system analysis techniques and procedures. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with Business leaders, Product Managers, Super users, Engineering, Change Management and other internal IT teams.

Who are we?  

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.  

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo  

As our Senior Financial Analyst, you’ll support HID’s success by:  

• Establishing, contributing to and adhering to all key departmental operating procedures around governance, project management, software lifecycle management, change management and application controls.
• Providing oversight on delivery of application solutions and enhancements.
• Acting as the SME, providing guidance to IT Support, development and integration teams.
• Designing, developing, unit testing and deploying new business functionality.
• Working with business users and IT colleagues to provide solutions to match business needs.
• Ensuring functional documentation is created and updated.
• Providing project implementation oversight, support, including testing of new features, and other system changes.
• Ensuring adherence to internal service management, ITIL guidelines and internal SLA’s.
• Managing the delivery of application features and functions workload and tasks.
• Developing and implementing seamless reporting capabilities per business needs.
• Gathering and consolidating unrefined business requirements from multiple sources and converging them into meaningful functional specifications.
• Driving delivery of application features to successful completion by coordinating resources and timetables of resources and other stakeholders.
• Coordinating and performing in-depth tests, including end-user reviews.
• Adhering to all key departmental operating procedures around governance, project management, software lifecycle management, change management and application controls.
• Guiding in the design, development, testing and deployment of new business functionality.
• Providing guidance on how solutions could help solve business problems, evolving existing business capabilities, and enabling new business capabilities.
• Using standard project management methodologies (PMP), analyzing user operational requirements to design end-to-end solution, developing functional specifications, test cases.
• Providing support for both application and business process issues.
• Documenting all requests and ensure that the project management process methodology is adhered to including submission/updates to the business requirements.
• Understanding, performing and coordinating the analysis and design of business systems solution.
• Developing and executing system testing and test plans as required as well as coordinating and conducting internal user support and training.
• Acting as a liaison between the business user groups and the technical systems groups.
• Identifying and documenting application integration requirements.
• Developing and testing solutions in collaboration with end-users, executing production migration and post-install after care.
• Improving process flow and user documentation for Oracle ERP and enhance user knowledge and competency.
• Ensuring stability and data accuracy in the Oracle Applications production instance post release, in addition to meeting customer needs in line with compliance and audit policies.
• Creating and managing Oracle Support Service Requests as and when required.
• Designing and managing the delivery of program specifications based on consultations with supervisor, programmers, external contractors and end users.
• Documenting, proposing and optimizing Oracle ERP applications configuration to provide best usability and information availability.
• Maintaining consistency across functionality and processes globally. Understanding the business models across HID’s Global enterprise and any unique services / applications / localizations.
• Performing other tasks and responsibilities as requested.
• Leveraging expertise in Oracle EBS to provide effective solutions for Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, Cash Management, and Fixed Assets.
• Possessing expert-level knowledge of Procure to Pay, Record to Report, and Order to Cash processes, and apply this expertise to standardize procedures.
• Demonstrating comprehensive proficiency in Agile and SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) methodologies to ensure effective project delivery.

Your Experience and Background include:   

• At least 8 years of hands-on techno-functional experience in working with Oracle ERP in corporate accounting modules and projects.
• At least 8 years of functional or techno-functional experience in Oracle financials modules specifically in the corporate accounting area: GL, FA, SLA, AR, AP, PA, OTL, CST.
• Demonstrated experience in being self-supporting in EBS technology components: SQL, PL/SQL, reports etc. using TOAD or SQL Developer.
• Demonstrated proficiency and willingness to serve as an internal subject matter expert (SME) for Oracle modules including GL, FA, SLA, AR, AP, PA, OTL, CST providing feasibility analysis, solution design and new functionality implementation as required.
• Understanding of e-business Tax (ZX) module and other tax integration tools such as Vertex.
• Understanding of Oracle Supply Chain cycles and modules: OTC, P2P, BOM, WIP, ONT, PO, INV.
• Thorough understanding of technical and functional aspects of Oracle ERP including Application Object Library (AOL), and FND.
• Demonstrated experience working with technology and integrated systems with Oracle EBS as the anchor system.
• Experience in enterprise applications, in the following technologies preferably in order of priority: Oracle eBusiness Suite, Salesforce.com.
• Cross train internal IT on Oracle ERP new features, functionality and integrations.
• Deep exposure of information systems, business processes and measures of success.
• Ability to engage in various levels of application development including interaction with subscription service product managers/end users for requirement analysis, system analysis and design, system testing and integration, implementation and documentation required.
• Demonstrated experience in IT project management preferred.
• Experience in Agile Scrum delivery framework preferred.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle models as well as knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices.
• Experience in building relationships with people at a variety of levels.
• Experience in applications integration to other third party applications.
• Experience in generating process maps for front-end related business processes.
• Ability to articulate to stakeholders the value of recommended approaches and solutions.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Able to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Outstanding analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong understanding of the ITIL framework.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or manufacturing/operations or IT related field or equivalent experience.
• At least 8 years of IT specific experience related to analysis, development, testing, or equivalent experience acquired by serving as a key business SME on IT initiatives.
• Minimum of 8 years of knowledge and experience working on enterprise applications.
• Proficient in Oracle ERP version 12x and above in core Financial modules, must understand Procure to Pay (P2P) path as well a good understanding of Order to Cash (O2C) flow and R2R.
• Exposure and experience in Oracle Fusion Financial applications (Cloud - Payables, General Ledger) is highly desirable.
• Certification in SAFe methodology or equivalent is strongly preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with distributed end users on how the Oracle application can assist in supporting their needs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical journals, specifications, international technical standards, etc
• Experience in working with Oracle ERP in the corporate accounting and projects space.
• Functional or techno-functional experience in Oracle financials modules specifically in the corporate accounting area: GL, FA, SLA, AR, AP, PA, OTL, CST.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows, etc.

What we can offer you: 

• Competitive salary and rewards package 

• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance 

• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture  

• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential 

• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds 

Why apply?  

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply. 
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.  
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted. 

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.