Financial Systems Analyst

Teachers College, Columbia University - New York, United States

Hiring: Financial Systems Analyst Company: Teachers College, Columbia University Location: New York, United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 12:06:09 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Linux, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, SQL About the job Experience: •2+ years’ experience working with financial or accounting systems Required Skills: •Update the delegation of authority, including transaction and signatory routing rules for budget, expense reimbursement, and purchasing approval levels within Banner Finance, Emburse Enterprise, and Unimarket eProcurement solutions systems •Process ad-hoc and month-end financial system transaction uploads •Support financial system end users, including granting users access to departmental budgets; monitoring weekly payroll-finance interfaces and resolving issues; serving as a liaison between end users and TCIT; and troubleshooting system errors •Assist with the training of end users on financial systems, provide technical support, and develop and update training materials •Maintain the financial system structural accounting elements in Banner Finance •Assist with monthly and year-end financial system closings •Provide support and assist with maintaining the Controller's Office website •Assist with various financial system projects and initiatives Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration or a closely related field •Understanding and experience supporting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, including system administration, end-user support, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, or business process improvements •Solid functional working knowledge of accounting and financial operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Purchasing, Budget Management and Payroll processes •Demonstrated analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment •Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders •Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and maintain documentation. •Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively across functional areas while managing multiple priorities and meeting established deadlines •Demonstrated capacity to plan, deliver effective training sessions for diverse audiences •Understanding of Linux, relational database scripting and reporting (Oracle SQL), application support, and information systems Compensation: •$78,000 - $85,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!