Accounting Systems Analyst

Accounting Systems Analyst

The Accounting Systems Analyst will play a key role in supporting the organization's accounting operations, financial systems, reporting, and data analytics initiatives. This position serves as a bridge between Accounting, Finance, IT, and Operations by leveraging technology and financial expertise to improve reporting accuracy, streamline processes, and support strategic decision-making.

The Accounting Systems Analyst will be responsible for supporting month-end close activities, maintaining financial data integrity across multiple ERP systems, assisting with system integrations, and developing financial reporting and dashboard solutions. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting or finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment and enjoys process improvement, automation, and analytics.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Maintain accurate financial records and support general ledger integrity
• Prepare financial schedules, variance analyses, and management reporting packages
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling activities
• Analyze financial trends and investigate discrepancies
• Assist with audit requests and year-end reporting requirements

Systems & Data Management

• Serve as a key resource for financial systems, ERP integrations, and reporting tools
• Support the integration and consolidation of financial data across multiple ERP systems
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies between source systems and financial reports
• Build and maintain advanced Excel models, Power Query reports, and automated reporting solutions
• Develop SQL queries and data validation reports as needed
• Create and maintain dashboards and business intelligence reports using Power BI or similar tools
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve reporting efficiency, automation, and data accuracy
• Assist with ERP implementations, upgrades, and finance transformation initiatives

Compliance & Process Improvement

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Support internal and external audit activities
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
• Assist with documentation of financial and reporting procedures
• Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and IT leadership on continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, financial systems, or a related hybrid role
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles
• Experience working with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Sage X3, QuickBooks, or similar platforms
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, Power Query, lookups, formulas, and financial modeling
• Working knowledge of SQL or other query/reporting tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical information in business terms

Preferred

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or similar BI tools
• Experience supporting ERP implementations or system integrations
• Exposure to multi-entity or multi-site environments
• Background in logistics, distribution, manufacturing, or 3PL operations
• CPA, CMA, or advanced analytics certifications are a plus

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.