IT Financial Applications Specialist

Job Details

Description

The IT Financial Applications Specialist is responsible for the support, administration, and optimization of the financial and accounting systems that power LERETA's operations. The Specialist serves as a critical bridge between Finance, Accounting, and IT — ensuring that financial applications run reliably, securely, and in alignment with accounting standards and internal controls. This role supports day-to-day system operations, contributes to system enhancements and implementations, and translates finance business requirements into effective technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Systems Support & Administration

• Provides day‑to‑day support for financial applications, including ERP, billing, revenue, reporting, and budgeting systems. Systems include Sage 100, SQL, Crystal Reports, Sage FAS, Application Extender, Adaptive Planning, HighRadius TMS, Excel
• Monitors system performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate resolution with internal IT teams or external vendors
• Maintains system configurations, user access, roles, and permissions in accordance with internal control and security policies
• Ensures data integrity across financial systems through reconciliations, validations, and periodic reviews
  
  

Business Partnership & Requirements Analysis

• Acts as a liaison between Finance/Accounting and IT to understand business processes, dependencies, and system needs
• Gathers, documents, and translates finance business requirements into functional and technical specifications
• Supports Finance stakeholders during month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close cycles by resolving system‑related issues
  
  

System Enhancements & Projects

• Participates in financial system upgrades, implementations, and integrations with upstream and downstream systems
• Assists with testing activities, including unit testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and post‑deployment validation
• Identifies opportunities to automate manual processes, improve reporting, and enhance system efficiency
• Supports data conversions, system migrations, and new module rollouts as needed
  
  

Compliance, Controls & Documentation

• Supports SOX, audit, and internal control requirements related to financial systems
• Maintains system documentation, process, workflows, configuration guides, and support procedures
• Assists with audit requests related to system access, change management, and data controls
• Ensures systems support compliance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., GAAP) and company policies
• Adheres to Data Governance standards for financial systems
  
  

Training & User Support

• Provides training, guidance, and documentation to Finance and Accounting users
• Serves as a subject‑matter expert for assigned financial applications
• Responds to user inquiries and support tickets in a timely and professional manner
  
  

Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment
  
  

Required Technical Skills:

• Working knowledge of ERP platforms and financial systems
• Strong understanding of finance and accounting processes (GL, close, reconciliations, reporting)
• Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools; strong Excel skills
• Familiarity with system integrations, data flows, and basic SQL or reporting queries is a plus
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical users
• Ability to document processes and create training materials
  
  

Required Education and Experience:

• 3 years of experience supporting financial or accounting systems in an IT, Finance Systems, or Business Systems role
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems and financial applications (e.g., general ledger, AP, AR, billing, reporting, or budgeting tools)
• Sage Software
• Sage 100 ERP
• Sage Intelligence
• Sage Paperless Office
• Sage FAS
• Sage Systems Installations, Configurations and Security
• SQL Server (Microsoft)
• Crystal Reports
• Avalara
• Adaptive Planning
• HighRadius TMS
• SAP Concur
• Excel
• Experience working closely with Accounting and Finance teams in a corporate environment
  

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience with workflow automation and integration projects
• Familiarity with Data Governance frameworks
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience supporting SOX/controlled environments
• Prior involvement in financial system implementations or major upgrades
• Exposure to financial planning, forecasting, or consolidation tools
• Understanding of internal controls, change management, and audit support
  
  

Salary Range: $58,584 - $85,000