Lead Analyst Jobs in Boston, MA

Why CDM Smith?: Job Description:

• Lead business analysis activities for Oracle Financial systems and related enterprise applications, including requirements gathering, process analysis, solution design, testing, implementation, and ongoing support.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, IT, and external partners to identify business needs and translate them into effective technology solutions.
• Conduct gap analyses, process reviews, configuration assessments, and data mapping activities to support system enhancements, integrations, and business transformation initiatives.
• Prepare functional specifications, interface requirements, data mapping documents, testing plans, and other project documentation to support successful delivery.
• Lead and support system integration testing, user acceptance testing, deployment activities, and production support efforts.
• Analyze complex business and system issues, identify root causes, recommend solutions, and support issue resolution.
• Monitor project progress, risks, dependencies, and deliverables while providing updates to business and IT leadership.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to junior team members and contribute to the growth of the business analysis practice.
• Support strategic initiatives focused on improving financial processes, system capabilities, data quality, controls, and operational efficiency.

Skills & Abilities:

• Deep functional expertise in Oracle E-Business Suite Financials, including General Ledger (GL), Subledger Accounting (SLA), Accounts Receivable (AR), Fixed Assets (FA), Cash Management (CM), and Intercompany Accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and processes, including GAAP, financial close, chart of accounts design, account reconciliations, journal entries, consolidations, reporting hierarchies, and internal controls.
• Proven ability to partner with Finance, Accounting, and IT stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable enterprise solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle ERP integrations, financial data flows, system interfaces, and enterprise reporting environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to navigate complex business and technical challenges.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple initiatives, manage priorities, mitigate risks, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 7 years of related experience.

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting ERP Financial systems in a business analysis, functional lead, or solution delivery capacity.
• Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite Financials and/or Oracle Fusion Financials.
• Experience supporting large, complex organizations with multiple legal entities, ledgers, currencies, and intercompany operations.
• Experience leading or supporting ERP upgrades, financial transformations, chart of accounts redesigns, and finance process standardization initiatives.

Amount of Travel Required: 10% or less EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Additional Compensation : All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Pay Range Min: USD $111,904.00 Pay Range Max: USD $195,811.00 Visa Sponsorship Available : No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position