Horizon Core Loan Systems & Conversion Analyst

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Systems & Conversion Analyst to join our team! This full-time position will ensure assigned core banking application systems bring the expected business value, operate reliably, and support organizational growth. They will provide subject matter business analysis and technical support services that ensure products, processes, data conversion, reports and other operational needs are met.

As part of this role you will:

• Provide support of assigned core banking application system by troubleshooting technical assistance requests received through internal ticketing system in accordance with SLA standards.
• Perform core banking system parameter changes while following Change Management and/or SOX standards. Design and test new and existing product parameters, system functionality and/or configuration, and notices/letters and statements.
• Assist in monitoring application updates and new releases from vendors, ensuring custom programming remains intact. Review and understand vendor client bulletins and release updates. Complete system and regression testing and support user testing, to deliver high quality release package implementation.
• Coordinate, conduct, and/or participate in regular meetings to communicate and provide proper interpretation of system changes and/or configurations, including changes in policy and procedure, ensuring changes comply with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist in troubleshooting application and user issues in core banking system, reaching out to application vendor as needed for resolution. Document, report, and resolve system failures. Create and participate in event assessments involving assigned core banking applications.
• Use application system data through SQL or application system query as requested through information request, projects, audits, etc. to fulfill any custom reporting needs not directly available through the core banking system.
• Build, create and execute extract files from core banking system data for third party vendor requests.
• Participate in projects to help define system scope and objectives through research and understanding of core banking system while considering system or operational limitations to achieve desired outcome.
• Develop testing strategies and execute test plan to mitigate deployment risk. Identify issues and escalate/manage resolution as required. Recommend preferred solutions.
• Create automation using Nintex bots. Complete system and regression testing and support user testing to deliver high quality, fully automated bot.
• Gather and assess requirements for software utilization through data analysis, core parameter review and completion of questionnaires.
• Create core data field mapping and transaction workflow documents to form the technical specifications for the integration to be shared with vendors and programmers, and others as appropriate to ensure successful conversion.

To be successful in this position, we require the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (HSE/GED)
• A minimum of three (3) years of deposit or loan servicing, operations, line of business or similar experience in the financial services industry.

The following would be a plus:

•  Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or related field of study.
• Similar experience supporting core Deposit or loan servicing systems (FIS, Fiserv, CSI, Jack Henry, etc.).
• Commercial bank operations and servicing experience supporting FIS Horizon Deposit or Loan system.
• Working knowledge of SQL or other reporting technology.
• Experience creating and supporting RPA automation.

First Merchants offers the following:

• Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Apply today to begin your career with us!