Lead IT Business Analyst (Oracle Financial Systems)

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We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Description CDM Smith is seeking a Lead IT Business Analyst to join our Corporate Business Technology team. This role serves as a key liaison between Finance, Accounting, and Information Technology, leading the analysis, design, enhancement, and support of Oracle Financial systems and related business applications. The successful candidate will partner with business and technical stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions that improve financial operations, reporting, controls, and business processes across the organization. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities for Oracle Financial systems and related enterprise applications, including requirements gathering, process analysis, solution design, testing, implementation, and ongoing support. Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, IT, and external partners to identify business needs and translate them into effective technology solutions. Conduct gap analyses, process reviews, configuration assessments, and data mapping activities to support system enhancements, integrations, and business transformation initiatives. Prepare functional specifications, interface requirements, data mapping documents, testing plans, and other project documentation to support successful delivery. Lead and support system integration testing, user acceptance testing, deployment activities, and production support efforts. Analyze complex business and system issues, identify root causes, recommend solutions, and support issue resolution. Monitor project progress, risks, dependencies, and deliverables while providing updates to business and IT leadership. Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to junior team members and contribute to the growth of the business analysis practice. Support strategic initiatives focused on improving financial processes, system capabilities, data quality, controls, and operational efficiency. Skills & Abilities Deep functional expertise in Oracle E-Business Suite Financials, including General Ledger (GL), Subledger Accounting (SLA), Accounts Receivable (AR), Fixed Assets (FA), Cash Management (CM), and Intercompany Accounting. Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and processes, including GAAP, financial close, chart of accounts design, account reconciliations, journal entries, consolidations, reporting hierarchies, and internal controls. Proven ability to partner with Finance, Accounting, and IT stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable enterprise solutions. Strong knowledge of Oracle ERP integrations, financial data flows, system interfaces, and enterprise reporting environments. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to navigate complex business and technical challenges. Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated ability to lead multiple initiatives, manage priorities, mitigate risks, and drive results in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Bachelor's degree. 7 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting ERP Financial systems in a business analysis, functional lead, or solution delivery capacity. Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite Financials and/or Oracle Fusion Financials. Experience supporting large, complex organizations with multiple legal entities, ledgers, currencies, and intercompany operations. Experience leading or supporting ERP upgrades, financial transformations, chart of accounts redesigns, and finance process standardization initiatives. Amount Of Travel Required 10% or less EEO Statement We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Background Check and Drug Testing Information CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. 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