Financial Systems Analyst - ERP
Job Description
Job Description
Emerald is seeking a Financial Systems Analyst with a strong focus on Kinetic ERP to support, maintain, and enhance our financial systems. This role is critical in managing financial operations, including month-end AP close, AP reconciliation, and financial reporting, while ensuring system stability and efficiency. The analyst will also provide support for billing systems (Zuora, A2Z, TMM) and collaborate with finance teams to optimize workflows and automation.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Kinetic ERP, including updating report files, implementing small system enhancements, and troubleshooting issues. A solid understanding of the Chart of Accounts and GAAP principles is essential for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- System Analysis and Improvement:
- Provide primary support for Kinetic ERP to ensure smooth financial operations.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and system improvements in financial workflows.
- Gather and document business and technical requirements to enhance financial systems.
- System Configuration, QA Testing and Implementation:
- Configure financial systems to align with business requirements, managing integrations with other enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, A2Z, TMM, Zuora, etc.).
- Manage system implementations, including QA testing, deployment, and post-launch support.
- Monitor system performance and resolve issues to ensure uninterrupted service.
- Data Management and Reporting:
- Ensure data accuracy and compliance with the Chart of Accounts and GAAP principles.
- Develop and maintain SQL-based financial reports, dashboards, and analytics tools.
- Provide detailed analysis of financial data and generate reports for senior management and other stakeholders.
- Support and Troubleshooting:
- Provide day-to-day support to users of financial systems, resolving technical issues and answering user queries.
- Manage month-end AP close and AP reconciliation within Kinetic ERP.
- Provide support for billing systems (Zuora, A2Z, TMM) and assist in issue resolution.
- Document system processes, troubleshooting steps, and best practices for knowledge sharing
- Compliance and Security:
- Ensure that financial systems comply with regulatory standards and internal controls, including SOX compliance requirements.
- Monitor system security to ensure financial data integrity and prevent fraud or unauthorized access.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, accounting, IT, and other departments, to improve system workflows and processes.
- Communicate system changes and updates to relevant stakeholders, ensuring proper adoption of new tools and processes.
- Work with external vendors, auditors, and consultants as necessary for system upgrades or audits.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience working with financial systems, accounting systems, or ERP systems.
- Strong hands-on experience with Kinetic ERP, including report file updates and system enhancements.
- Knowledge of financial processes, particularly AP, month-end close, and reconciliation.
- Strong understanding of financial and accounting processes in a global, multi-entity, multi-currency environment.
- Understanding of Chart of Accounts and GAAP principles.
- Familiarity with billing systems (Zuora, A2Z, TMM) is a plus
- Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., ERP, EPM, CRM, BI tools).
- Experience in SQL or similar database tools for reporting enhancements.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve system issues efficiently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Willingness to learn new systems and technologies as business needs evolve.
ABOUT EMERALD
Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) is the largest U.S.-based B2B event organizer, empowering businesses to succeed year-round by expanding meaningful connections, developing influential content, and delivering powerful commerce-driven solutions. As the owner and operator of a curated portfolio of B2B events spanning trade shows, conferences, B2C showcases and a scaled hosted buyer platform, Emerald delivers dynamic solutions across leading industries through its robust content and e-commerce marketplace. Emerald is a trusted partner for its thousands of customers, predominantly small and medium-sized businesses, playing a pivotal role in driving year-round commerce through streamlined buying, selling, and networking opportunities. Powered by an experienced team, Emerald is fostering meaningful engagement and delivering unparalleled market access with a commitment to driving business growth 365 days a year.
Join Us at Emerald
At Emerald, we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. We actively seek out diverse talent and fresh perspectives, embracing a wide range of professional backgrounds and experiences. Our skills-based hiring approach focuses on capabilities and potential. Over 90% of our roles don’t require a college degree, except for specialized fields like legal, finance, and accounting.
Come grow with us!
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Target Compensation: $70,000-90,000
Please note that this range reflects a reasonable estimate of the target compensation for this position. This range may ultimately vary based on a candidate’s qualifications and may be higher where required by applicable law.
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to strengthen our employees’ physical and mental health, including unlimited vacation for exempt employees, 401(k) plan with a company match, medical/dental/vision coverage, parental and caregiver leave, dependent, commuter and FSA benefits, professional development programs, and mental wellness tools such as weekly guided meditation programs.
If you need accommodation in our application process or have questions about our posted salary range, please email our Talent Acquisition team at Careers@EmeraldX. com.