Working Title: Finance Applications Analyst
State Role Title: Information Technology Specialist II
Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Finance
Department: 100205 - Associate Controller - Operations
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount: $56,051 - $60,000
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date: 03/27/2025

GENERAL INFORMATION:

The office of accounting technology within the office of accounting operations and disbursements is seeking a skilled and analytical Finance Applications Analyst to join our team. This position plays a key role in supporting finance applications and ensuring the integrity of finance data. This role is responsible for documenting business processes and procedures, particularly as JMU transitions to a new ERP system.
The analyst will work closely with the implementation team to receive training on the new system and will be responsible for developing training materials and conducting end-user training to ensure a smooth transition. Additionally, this role will provide functional support, system testing, process improvements, and vendor records maintenance to help optimize the Finance/Budget Office’s use of the ERP system and related applications.
This is an on-site position, requiring in-person collaboration with Finance, Budget, and IT teams to ensure effective system support and business process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Proficient in advanced Microsoft Excel functionalities.
• Experience with business process documentation and workflow analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to finance system functionality.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong ability to learn and train others on new financial systems or ERP applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to train users, document processes, and collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Experience working with end users’ requests and translating them into technical requirements.
• Excellent customer service and people skills to provide a welcoming environment for internal employee support.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Considerations:

• Experience supporting ERP system implementations or finance software transitions.
• Hands-on experience with PeopleSoft Finance or Oracle Cloud Applications
• Prior experience developing end-user training materials or conducting system training.
• Knowledge of financial processes, and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of accounting concepts (including budget development), principals, software applications.
• Knowledge of Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Project management knowledge.
• Experience of desktop environments, including but not limited to Windows/Mac OS, FTP software, Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of security principles related to complex computing environments and relational databases.

• Business Process Documentation – Work closely with finance and IT teams to document current and future state processes to support the transition to the new ERP system.
• ERP Implementation Support – Collaborate with the ERP implementation team to ensure finance system requirements are met, participate in testing, and validate system functionality.
• Training & User Support – Receive training on the new ERP system, develop training materials, and lead end-user training sessions to ensure smooth adoption.
• Functional System Support – Provide ongoing support for finance applications, troubleshoot issues, and assist with upgrades and enhancements.
• Process Improvement & Automation – Identify opportunities to streamline finance-related business processes and leverage technology solutions.
• Data Validation & Reporting – Assist in developing queries and reports to support decision-making and ensure data integrity within the ERP system.
• Project Management– Assist in system implementation and upgrade projects, including testing, data migration, and user training.
• Serve as the functional analyst for all applications which are supported by the Finance/Budget Office, and interface/interact with other University and State applications.
• Vendor Records Maintenance – Assist/serve as a backup for vendor record management, ensuring accurate additions, corrections, updates, and inactivation.