Sr Finance Systems Analyst (SAP S/4 HANA)

About the role

This non-technical role coordinates user acceptance testing, validates financial transactions entered into SAP, and works with the Process Manager to ensure scalable and compliant global financial processes. The position is available in Irvine, CA or Buffalo, NY, offering a hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and compliance of financial products through rigorous testing and validation processes.
• Release & Stakeholder Management:
  • Monitor PI release schedules to ensure timely execution and alignment with overall timelines.
  • Maintain visibility into stakeholder lists to facilitate streamlined collaboration and effective communication.
  • Review epics and validate acceptance criteria to confirm alignment with business objectives and requirements.
• Product Design & Documentation:
  • Participate in product design sessions, contributing insights and expertise.
  • Review design documents and provide structured feedback for sign-off.
  • Attend feature demos to assess functionality and alignment with requirements.
• Testing & Quality Assurance:
  • Manage UAT Labs, ensuring effective execution and reporting.
  • Validate test scripts to confirm alignment with predefined requirements.
  • Ensure adherence to entry and exit criteria for testing phases.
  • Verify defects are properly addressed from identification to resolution.
  • Partner with Product and IST teams to drive efficient testing and issue resolution.
  • Ensure test environments and data are properly configured for optimal results.
• Reporting & Compliance:
  • Report UAT progress to stakeholders, providing clear insights and updates.
  • Obtain sign-off on deliverables to confirm completion and quality assurance.
  • Maintain and continuously improve the QA playbook for standardized processes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality assurance, preferably in a financial setting.
• A minimum of 5 years of functional work experience.
• Accounting and SAP S/4HANA experience required.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Four-year college degree (or additional experience in a related field) and 5 years of functional experience, including a minimum of 3 years of position-specific experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience navigating SAP for AP, AR, Credit, Finance, or Revenue Recognition (Rev Rec).
• General ledger experience.
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum development environments, with hands-on experience in iterative processes.
• Familiarity with performance testing tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Certification in Quality Assurance, Lean Sigma, and/or Design Thinking (a plus but not required).
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence.
• Ability to analyze financial data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Experience working cross-functionally with finance, IT, and business teams to drive system improvements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex finance-related system issues.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, especially in global finance environments.

Pay

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $97,600.00 - $165,900.00 per year. Individual base pay depends on factors such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of the role, job duties, relevant experience, and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and updated annually, with offers typically made within the lower half of the range. Eligible roles may also receive merit increases, annual bonuses, sales incentives, or long-term incentives based on position level and performance.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance.
• Wellbeing benefits.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.