Principal Business Systems Analyst
Company: Leonardo DRS
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Job ID:104595Leonardo DRS is a prime contractor, leading
technology innovator and supplier of integrated products, services
and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and defense
contractors worldwide. The company specializes in naval and
maritime systems, ground combat mission command and network
computing, global satellite communications and network
infrastructure, avionics systems, and intelligence and security
solutions. Additionally, the company builds power systems and
electro-optical/infrared systems for a wide range of commercial
customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a
wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A.For additional
information on DRS, please visit our website at Job SummaryThe
Corporate ERP Accounting and Finance Principal Business Systems
Analyst contributes toward planning, designing, developing, and the
launching of efficient business, financial, and operations systems
in support of core organizational functions and business processes
. This includes gathering and analyzing data in support of business
cases, proposed projects, and systems requirements including
compliance with DRS global ERP design. Also responsible for
reporting findings, complete with probable causes and possible
solutions to systems and process issues. Applies proven
communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to maximize
the benefit of ERP and related IT system investments. The primary
focus will be on ERP business systems surrounding Accounting and
Finance within Cost point ERP. The position functions as the
Corporate Accounting and Finance liaison between DRS business units
and the Core DRS IT ERP Solutions teamJob
ResponsibilitiesContribute toward the planning, designing,
developing, and launching of efficient business, financial, and
operations systems in support of core organizational functions and
business processes centered around accounting and finance. This
includes gathering and analyzing data in support of business cases,
proposed projects, and system requirements. Also responsible for
generating and compiling reports based upon findings, complete with
probable causes and possible solutions to systems issues. Apply
proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to
maximize ERP systems.
* Meet with decision makers, systems owners, and end users; define
business, financial, and operations requirements and systems goals
as well as identify and resolve systems issues including DRS ERP
Help Desk tickets.
* Establish DRS internal user group for best practice creation and
adoption within Cost point ERP Accounting and Finance modules and
applications.
* Independently review and analyze effectiveness and efficiency of
initial system focus above and extend into related sub-systems
supporting strategies for further improving or leveraging these
systems in conjunction with immediate manager and the overall IT
ERP team
* Collaborate as needed in planning, design, development, and
deployment of new applications, and enhancements to existing
applications
* Create and deliver reports, recommendations, or alternatives
addressing existing and/or potential trouble areas across the
organization related to ERP systems and sub-systems
* Create presentation of system models, specifications, diagrams,
and charts to provide direction to application programmers
* Lead and perform in-depth testing, including directing end-user
during acceptance testing, for modified and new systems, and
post-implementation support
* Provide orientation and training to end users for all modified
and new systems utilizing a preferred train the trainer
approach
* Coordinate with end users and ERP technical staff to implement
and maintain systems that utilize industry best practices to meet
business objectives, while maintaining security and integrity of
the data, system, and network.
* Support project plans/tasks, provide direction and coordinate
project activities associated with the installation, evaluation,
implementation, and maintenance of ERP business solutions and when
required lead a small cross-functional project team to implement
chosen solutions leveraging ERP system expertise and business
knowledge
* Review and monitor progress of project(s) to ensure accuracy and
timeliness and provide periodic reports to management as needed
* Provide functional direction, technical expertise and mentoring
to less experienced personnel
* Review, prepare, and coordinate support in user training and
documentation and provide technical assistance for
post-implementation support issues
* Provide service desk and technical support to users for more
complex issues
* Devise solutions to system-related problems and issues through
coordination with users, other ERP team members, and Deltek
Customer Support to assess and identify probable conflicts and
investigate diverse data elements and sources
* Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the DRS mission,
values and culture of the ERP and overall DRS organization
* Seek out functionally specific training in Accounting and Finance
to supplement existing knowledge of Cost point ERP system including
Deltek University certificationQualifications* Bachelor's Degree in
Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Accounting
and Finance, Mathematics, Industrial Technology, Computer Sciences,
or a related field, or equivalent experience and 8+ years of
relevant experience.
* A self-starter with experience across Deltek products including
Cost point 8.X, Cognos, and TESS 10 or equivalents
* Ability to interpret and explain terminology, technology and
business issues related to technical, and non-technical such as
user, management, and executive levels
* Detail oriented, organized, and able to prioritize multiple
concurrent tasks and responsibilities within a dynamic ERP team
* Ability to work effectively across functional groups and
facilitate or participate in problem solving workshops or design
sessions as needed
* Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a
team-oriented environment
* Ability to successfully interact with all levels of management,
other IT professionals and end-users as well as third parties such
as Deltek Customer Support or outside consultants
* Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
* Open and responsive to change demonstrating a commitment to
continuous improvement by actively identifying and responding with
sensitively to the needs of all customers
* Experience in a government contracting environmentOther Skills*
MS 365 product family with high proficiency in Excel, Word, Power
point and other tools required to complete job above
* Ability to use Cognos or equivalent reporting solution and convey
to Cognos reporting group business requirements as well as validate
related reporting changes where needed
* Exposure to Government billings and DCMA compliance a plus
* Prior experience with Cost point ERP financial data conversions a
plus
* Experience with training in Accounting and Finance within ERP
systems a plusCOVID-19 continues to significantly impact our
employees, families, and communities. With employee health and
safety as our top priority, Leonardo DRS is taking action to
address the risk and uncertainty COVID variants pose in the
workplace. We require all newly hired employees in the United
States to be fully vaccinated, unless a medical or religious
accommodation is formally approved by Leonardo DRS prior to
commencing employment.Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and
affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation,
gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by law.
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