Accounting BSA (Business Systems Analyst)
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Job Location:
Des Moines, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description: BSA with Accountant
An Accounting BSA (Business Systems Analyst) plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between accounting teams and IT or system development teams. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that financial systems and processes are aligned with business needs and regulatory requirements. Heres a breakdown of their key responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities of an Accounting BSA
1. Requirements Gathering & Analysis
o Work with accounting and finance teams to understand business needs.
o Translate those needs into technical requirements for system enhancements or new implementations.
2. System Implementation & Support
o Assist in the design testing and deployment of accounting systems (e.g. ERP systems like SAP Oracle Workday).
o Ensure systems support accurate financial reporting compliance and operational efficiency.
3. Process Improvement
o Identify inefficiencies in current accounting workflows.
o Recommend and implement system-based solutions to streamline processes.
4. Data Integrity & Reporting
o Ensure financial data is accurately captured and reported.
o Support the creation of dashboards reports and analytics for decision-making.
5. Compliance & Controls
o Ensure systems adhere to internal controls and external regulations (e.g. SOX GAAP).
o Collaborate with auditors and compliance teams during reviews.
6. Cross-functional Collaboration
o Act as a liaison between accounting IT and other business units.
o Facilitate communication to ensure system changes meet all stakeholder needs.
7. Training & Documentation
o Provide training to end-users on new systems or features.
o Maintain documentation for processes configurations and system changes.
Roles & Responsibilities
Strong understanding of accounting principles.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle NetSuite).
Proficiency in SQL Excel and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau).
Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Communication and project management skills.
Generic Managerial Skills If any
Sound communication and able to handle Sr. project stakeholders
High-quality complete correct and unambiguous business and functional requirement documents
Defect-free intuitive streamlined and effective resulting processes business practices and systems that meet business needs.
On-time delivery of requirements within fundamental project metrics (scope time schedule and costs)
Positive feedback from project manager sponsor and team regarding role effectiveness and deliverable
An Accounting BSA (Business Systems Analyst) plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between accounting teams and IT or system development teams. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that financial systems and processes are aligned with business needs and regulatory requirements. Heres a breakdown of their key responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities of an Accounting BSA
1. Requirements Gathering & Analysis
o Work with accounting and finance teams to understand business needs.
o Translate those needs into technical requirements for system enhancements or new implementations.
2. System Implementation & Support
o Assist in the design testing and deployment of accounting systems (e.g. ERP systems like SAP Oracle Workday).
o Ensure systems support accurate financial reporting compliance and operational efficiency.
3. Process Improvement
o Identify inefficiencies in current accounting workflows.
o Recommend and implement system-based solutions to streamline processes.
4. Data Integrity & Reporting
o Ensure financial data is accurately captured and reported.
o Support the creation of dashboards reports and analytics for decision-making.
5. Compliance & Controls
o Ensure systems adhere to internal controls and external regulations (e.g. SOX GAAP).
o Collaborate with auditors and compliance teams during reviews.
6. Cross-functional Collaboration
o Act as a liaison between accounting IT and other business units.
o Facilitate communication to ensure system changes meet all stakeholder needs.
7. Training & Documentation
o Provide training to end-users on new systems or features.
o Maintain documentation for processes configurations and system changes.
Roles & Responsibilities
Strong understanding of accounting principles.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle NetSuite).
Proficiency in SQL Excel and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau).
Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Communication and project management skills.
Generic Managerial Skills If any
Sound communication and able to handle Sr. project stakeholders
High-quality complete correct and unambiguous business and functional requirement documents
Defect-free intuitive streamlined and effective resulting processes business practices and systems that meet business needs.
On-time delivery of requirements within fundamental project metrics (scope time schedule and costs)
Positive feedback from project manager sponsor and team regarding role effectiveness and deliverable
Key Skills
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