Financial Systems Manager

Company: Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.
Location: Omaha
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: The Financial Systems Manager is responsible for the financial data movement of various financial systems to the Oracle EPM/Hyperion applications to ensure accuracy, identify discrepancies and resolve issues that arise for month end closes. They will manage system interfaces and business processes, as well as provide support to the agencies and corporate teams who utilize these financial systems on a global scale. This position also contributes and supports financial system conversions, projects that impact financial processes, systems and data, and other special projects as needed. The Financial Systems Manager leads a team of three analysts and is responsible for managing the team s requirements, tasks and deadlines, as well as overall productivity and professional development. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages and supports data movement and processes associated with the month-end closing and consolidations accounting processes from various SAP general ledgers to the Oracle EPM/Hyperion applications
• Loads GL and unit transmission files and reconciles data loads for month-end actuals, budget, and forecast updates
• Coordinate, troubleshoot and resolve data movement issues associated with either accounting and/or systems processes
• Maintain and develop data interfaces (e.g., Oracle FDMEE, SAP interface table)
• Responsible for meeting internal and external audit and controls requirements
• Trains and supports business users on Oracle FDMEE functionality
• Analyze, evaluate, and provide strategic enhancements/improvements to current systems/processes to support accounting and finance functions that can efficiently scale as the company grows
• Prepare and maintain documentation of procedures and business processes
• Interact daily with internal clients to resolve technical and other user issues. Provide prompt and effective online, phone and email support to the global end user community
• Manages communications and announcements to global business partners as needed EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor s degree in accounting/finance
  • Effective comprehension of accounting standards, financial reporting, and internal and external controls requirements
  • Experience in financial consolidations and close processes, including intercompany eliminations
  • Solid working knowledge of SAP Reporting, SAP AO, Oracle EPM, Oracle Smart View for Office, and Oracle FDMEE
  • 4+ years of accounting/finance experience
  • 4+ years supporting an accounting/finance organization and processes
  • 4+ years Oracle EPM (HFM/Hyperion) applications experience
  • 4+ years SAP Reporting and AO experience
  • Requires strong personal computer skills, specifically Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with reconciling and analyzing large sets of data across various systems
  • Experience with developing and monitoring internal and external controls in financial systems
  • Highly organized with the ability to respond quickly to new challenges and priorities
  • Meticulous with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent tasks to meet strict deadlines effectively
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be flexible, work independently and be adaptable to change
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departmental functions and with global agencies
  • Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices
  • Strong initiative to drive improvements and automation in systems and accounting/business processes
  • Have the desire to learn new products and systems BENEFITS OF JOINING IPG: One of our primary goals is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our compensation plan includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
    • Healthcare Options
      • Medical
      • Dental
      • Vision
      • Prescription
      • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
      • 401(k) savings plan with company match
      • Flexible based Paid Time Off
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • Legal Assistance Plan
      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
      • Exclusive discounts on cell phones, gyms, and everyday purchases IPG is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity, inclusion and equity at our company. We do not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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