| Description | Position Summary The Financial Systems Analyst will be a strategic partner in optimizing AREP’s accounting and financial systems to support the firm’s real estate operations. This role requires a blend of financial acumen, system expertise, and general knowledge of a real estate firm’s processes to enhance efficiency, ensure data accuracy, and streamline the processing of financial transactions within systems. The analyst will lead system enhancements/upgrades, foster cross-functional collaboration, and train users to ensure the adoption of best practices in financial technology. Essential Duties & Responsibilities System Management & Optimization: - Oversee the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of financial systems including Yardi, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Microsoft Office suite of applications, Sharepoint, and additional AI and reporting solutions.
- Analyze and optimize financial systems to ensure they meet the needs of the End Users, operational teams, accounting, financial reporting, and more.
- Troubleshoot system issues and work with IT to resolve technical problems related to financial software.
Data Integrity & Financial Reporting: - Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of financial data within the system.
- Support the generation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and other financial analysis tools.
- Develop, implement, and update internal controls for data processing and reporting.
Process Improvement: - Analyze current accounting and financial processes and recommend enhancements or automation to streamline processes, improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Work with key stakeholders to implement process improvements and ensure system changes are aligned with accounting practices.
User Support & Training: - Provide or coordinate training and ongoing support to the Firm’s teams regarding system usage, data entry, and reporting functions.
- Develop and deliver training materials and sessions for end users on system functionalities and best practices.
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: - Collaborate with IT, operational teams, and finance teams to ensure that financial systems are integrated effectively with other business systems.
- Work closely with auditors to ensure financial systems comply with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
System Enhancements & Upgrades: - Participate in system upgrades, testing, and post-implementation support to ensure seamless transitions.
- Stay updated on the latest financial system technologies including AI and accounting best practices, advising on potential improvements or upgrades.
Documentation & Compliance: - Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance and facilitate future upgrades.
- Assist in ensuring that systems meet all internal and external compliance requirements.
Company Value Indicators: - INTENTIONAL: Able to build deep customer relationships by providing high quality interactions with brokers, investors and internal partners.
- INTUITIVE: Ability to anticipate and prevent any barriers that may affect acquisitions.
- CRAFTED: Able to provide high attention to detail, analytics and accurate research and reporting. Highly organized and proficient at time management.
- RESPONSIVE: Ability to listen, set clear expectations and engage in crucial conversations on a colleague, investor and broker level.
- RELIABLE: Able to consistently communicate goals and meet deadlines.
- IMPACT-DRIVEN: Regularly review and evaluate the effectiveness of current procedures while providing constructive feedback.
- SINCERE: Able to develop a collaborative relationship with partners through trust and transparency.
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| Position Requirements | Qualifications/Education and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 3-5 years in accounting or finance roles, with experience in financial systems analysis or implementation.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and system integration.
- 3 years of experience working with Yardi and a solid understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes is required.
- Experience with Yardi’s AP, AR, GL, and budgeting/forecasting modules.
- Familiarity with integration between Yardi and other financial systems.
- Experience working with financial systems, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliation.
- Proficiency in Excel and other data analysis tools for system reporting and troubleshooting.
- Experience working with AI systems or learning models to enhance financial processes within an organization
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work with large datasets.
- Ability to manage and resolve system issues effectively, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with internal stakeholders and provide user support.
- Knowledge of industry-specific accounting practices (e.g., real estate, property management) and relevant regulatory standards preferred.
- Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
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