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STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India.
Our global solutions team is seeking a Financial Business Systems Analyst to support a critical project focused on modernizing a legacy accounting application built on Excel. In this role, you will translate functional business requirements into technical specifications and technical requirements for Engineering partners to build scalable solutions. You will work closely with finance and business stakeholders to identify system gaps, support chart of accounts structures and account mappings, and ensure solutions meet reporting and operational needs. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with financial accounting systems, advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities, and the ability to bridge business needs with technical design.
Location & Work Type
Location: Burbank, CA
Work Type: Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze business and functional requirements and translate them into technical specifications and technical requirements.
- Identify technical gaps and enhancement opportunities within the existing legacy application.
- Read and analyze existing Excel and/or VBA formulas, macros, and outputs to ensure that future requirements are understood and captured.
- Translate business requirements into clear technical specifications.
- Collaborate with finance and business stakeholders to support chart of accounts structures and account mappings.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues within Excel applications, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
- Document technical designs, enhancements, and best practices for ongoing support and knowledge transfer.
- Support testing, validation, and deployment of new or enhanced solutions within Excel or other identified technical solutions.
- Stay current with emerging Excel features, automation techniques, and financial systems best practices.
Qualifications****Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of business system analysis experience working with developers and engineers.
- 2+ years of experience as an Excel Developer, Excel Programmer, or similar role.
- Proven ability to analyze functional requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Experience writing technical specifications and technical requirements documentation.
- Advanced-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, Power Query, and data modeling.
- Prior hands-on experience with Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) development and automation is a plus (but not required).
- Experience designing complex financial models and automated reporting tools.
- Strong understanding of financial concepts including chart of accounts and account mappings.
- Experience working with large datasets and integrating Excel with external data sources.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with finance and business stakeholders.
Preferred (Optional):
- Background in Finance or Accounting.
- Experience supporting financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, or reconciliation processes.
- Experience integrating Excel solutions with ERP or financial systems.
- Familiarity with SQL or database querying.
- Experience with Power BI or other reporting/visualization tools.
- CPA or financial certifications are a plus.
Benefits
- Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem
- Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid-time-off options
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow
Additional Details
The base range for this contract position is $60 - $70 / per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered.
About Us
STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the "bleeding edge" of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.
Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY.
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