Summary:
The purpose of this position is to:
Proactively support all functional areas using PeopleSoft Financials (GL/AP) in terms of their information, systems and process needs through design, development, implementation, maintenance/support, and management of effective, efficient and innovative technology solutions.
Partner with and provide leadership to Finance management and staff through active participation/consultation in strategic planning in support of the overall Finance mission as well as the missions of the various other functional areas as needed.
Liaise with management of non-Finance areas of the company on the correct and appropriate use usage of Finance data and systems in support of their business goals.
Functions:
Continually and proactively monitor operations in all functional areas of Finance to identify and address information and/or systems needs in support of business goals.
Design, develop, communicate, document, configure, implement, test, train and maintain technology and process solutions in support of all functional areas of Finance and non-Finance.
Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with decision-makers in all areas of the organization (not limited to Finance leadership).
Manage large or multi-disciplinary/multi-phased projects including planning, staffing, and budgeting.
Develop and deliver functional training to PeopleSoft Financial users as part of the implementation of new or enhanced functionality.
Maintain current knowledge of industry and Finance trends and tools to provide best practice insight and best-in-class recommendations to management.
Manage and direct resources in support of all Finance initiatives including third party and hosted applications as well as in-house bolt-on and complimentary applications.
Manage Finance issues to resolution through consistent, timely and appropriate recognition, tracking and analysis.
Ensure that all applications and processes used in Finance are appropriately and effectively integrated into a cohesive and sustainable process.
Ensure that all components as well as their usage are consistent and in compliance with all applicable regulatory, departmental, I/T, and corporate standards, policies and guidelines.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
10 years of professional-level Accounting experience
Significant PeopleSoft Financials implementation and maintenance experience in all phases of the project life-cycle (including planning, designing, documenting and testing)
Ability to manage large and/or multi-faceted projects.
4 years experience with PeopleSoft Financials version 8.9 or higher including at least 1 full implementation.
Proficiency with PeopleSoft's Application Designer and Component Interface functionality.
Experience in analyzing, coding, and tuning SQL.
Knowledge of, and experience with, creative application of all Microsoft Office products.
Specific experience with Workflow design/development
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of users and management.
Proven analysis and problem-solving skills
Exceptional communications and organizational skills
Job Requirements
Minimum five years experience as a mortgage underwriter
Two to three years FHA underwriting experience with Direct Endorsement
Knowledge of federal lending regulations governing real estate lending
Strong analytical skills
Exellent problem solving skills
Thorough understanding of credit and an ability to review complex financial documents
Ability to assess an individual's credit worthiness while adhering to all regulatory and compliance requirements
Ability to make credit recommendations / exceptions
Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment, while practicing sound lending judgment
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Teamwork and customer service skills a must
Self-motivated and highly organized
Ability to prioritize multiple competing tasks
Flexibility to work extended hour during heavy workload periods
Ability to maintain production, quality and service standards along with providing direct coaching and feedback to ensure quality
The responsibilities include:
Hands on supervision of 7-8 Accounting Staff
Managing the M/E close and preparing Financial Statements
Help enhance work flow and internal controls
Assisting with Forecasting/Budgeting process and Cash Flow Analysis
Manage all Treasury functions
Overseeing accounting for payroll, billing and payables
Performing Project Job Cost analysis with Executives