System Analyst

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3.
As a System Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting the implementation and integration of the
CAPPS STARR system, SaaS solution (Advantage) provided by the vendor CGI. This position collaborates
closely with both with CPA Information Technology and Fiscal Management teams to analyze, document and
validate system and reporting requirements ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and business needs.
The analyst will support system integration efforts with legacy platforms such as USAS and TINS, coordinate
technical discussions, requirements gathering sessions and translate business needs into clear technical
specifications. Vendor coordination and lifecycle support are essential components of this role.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with SaaS platforms preferably Advantage and possess a
strong understanding of the system architecture, data integration and reporting tools. The position also requires
the ability to clearly document and communicate requirements across both technical and non-technical
audiences. Experience identifying process and improvement opportunities and recommending scalable solutions
is a plus.
The candidate will be responsible for supporting the implementation and ongoing enhancements of the
Advantage SaaS platform provided by CGI. Key responsibilities include:
Key Responsibilities
Provide advanced support and enhancement for financial systems, including general ledger and
reporting functions within a SaaS ERP platform.
Collaborate with internal and external teams to analyze requirements and deliver technical solutions
aligned with financial business processes.
Analyze system architecture and data flows to support financial integrations, configuration decisions,
performance tuning, and issue resolution.
Design, implement, and maintain financial data integrations, including ETL processes, APIs, web
services, and secure file exchanges between CGI Advantage and external enterprise systems.
Manage and troubleshoot financial inbound and outbound interfaces, ensuring reconciliation,
auditability, and compliance with Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Develop, manage, and support financial reporting and dashboards using Power BI and Advantage-native
reporting tools to ensure accurate, timely financial data delivery.
Perform complex troubleshooting of financial transactions, balances, and data discrepancies,
coordinating across application, infrastructure, security, and vendor teams.
Support integration testing, regression testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for financial system
changes, including validation of financial calculations, posting logic, and reporting outputs.
Document technical designs, financial data mappings, test results, and resolution outcomes in
accordance with CPA documentation standards.
Ensure system security, access controls, and data transmission processes meet CPA and state financial
compliance standards, including secure handling of sensitive financial data.
Participate in Agile supporting sprint planning, defect triage, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in an on-call rotation to support financial system availability and critical processing cycles.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements
(skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this
opportunity.
Years Required/Preferred Experience
8 Required Experience supporting enterprise financial systems (ERP or

equivalent) in a production environment.

6 Required

Experience working in SaaS-based application environments,
including understanding configuration versus customization
constraints.

6 Required

Proven experience in requirements gathering, customer
engagement, stakeholder communication, and project
coordination for enterprise SaaS solutions.
5 Required Expertise in developing comprehensive technical
documentation and system specifications.

5 Required

Experience in the successful implementation of at least two
full lifecycle SaaS ERP solutions, including requirements
gathering, configuration, data migration, testing, deployment,
and post-go-live support.

5 Required Experience supporting system integrations, including APIs,
ETL processes, batch interfaces, and secure file exchanges.

4 Required Experiencing working on Reporting tools.
4 Required Experience working with middleware platforms or tools for

API orchestration (e.g., Apache Camel).

4 Required Experience Developing and Monitoring Control M jobs.
4 Required

Demonstrated experience working in Agile environments
using Scrum or Kanban methodologies to support system
analysis and implementation.

4 Required

Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and
troubleshoot complex systems and facilitate resolution in
collaboration with Vendors and internal teams.

4 Preferred Hands-on experience supporting SaaS solution, including
financial modules, security roles, and administration tools.
3 Preferred Experience supporting state government financial or treasury

systems, preferably within CPA or similar agencies.

3 Preferred

Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook,
TEAMS, Microsoft Project, Word, Visio, Excel, and
PowerPoint.

3 Preferred Experience with Core Financial Functions: General
Accounting, Cost Accounting, Budget Control, Accounts
Payable and Receivable, Asset Management and Offsets.

3 Preferred Experience with Jira and Confluence
3 Preferred Knowledge of Snowflake or similar cloud-based data

platforms.

2 Preferred Experience designing or supporting Power BI dashboards or

Advantage-native reporting tools.

2 Preferred Experience using SaaS testing tools, such as Test Savvy, for

regression and UAT tracking.

2 Preferred Knowledge of USAS, TINS and SPA legacy financial

systems.

Required Abilities:

Extensive experience supporting enterprise financial systems in a SaaS environment. (Advantage ERP,
Oracle Cloud, Workday, etc.).
Strong understanding of SaaS deployment models, system configuration vs. customization, and release
management practices.
Ability to work with business users to gather and validate requirements for SaaS systems, including security,
reporting, and workflow processes.
Experience in analyzing and mapping legacy functionality to SaaS-based solutions.
Ability to translate business process needs into SaaS platform configuration requirements.
Familiarity with SaaS integration practices, including RESTful APIs, SFTP, and middleware platforms (e.g.,
Dell Boomi, MuleSoft).
Knowledge of data privacy, compliance, and role-based access control in multi-tenant SaaS environments.

Required Skills:
Knowledge of configuration vs. customization boundaries in SaaS environments.
Familiarity with CGI Advantage Admin tools and role/permission management.
Proficiency in managing and troubleshooting inbound/outbound data interfaces, including knowledge of
interface control documents (ICDs).
Working knowledge of middleware platforms or tools for API orchestration (e.g., Apache Camel).
Experience with Power BI, or Advantage-native reporting tools (e.g., Advantage Insight, Data View, or
other embedded BI).

Familiarity with Test Savvy or similar platforms used for SaaS regression and UAT tracking.
Ability to create test scenarios, test scripts, and validate system outputs based on business requirements.
SQL for data validation and queries.
Microsoft Excel and macros for data preparation.
SFTP/PGP tools for secure file exchanges.

Must perform work as assigned with limited supervision

Work Hours: Candidate must be available to work 8 to 5 Central Standard Time Alternative work hours must be pre-approved by
the Direct Supervisor
Onsite Requirement: Candidate will be working hybrid with some remote work opportunities; regularly scheduled in-office days are
required. Onsite and remote attendance will be directed/coordinated by the Direct Supervisor.
Support Requirement: Candidate may be required to provide support to an on-call programmer