Analyst-EPM Systems, Sr. (Finance)

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY PURPOSE ANALYST-FINANCIAL SYSTEMS, SR:

This position is part of the Accounting Department's Oracle EPM team, working closely with multiple business teams and IT to enhance the organization's financial reporting capabilities within EPM and provide overall support of the Oracle Cloud application.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ANALYST-FINANCIAL SYSTEMS, SR.:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related discipline.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• A minimum of 4 years of experience with Oracle EPM
• Experience with some of the following Oracle Financials Cloud modules is a plus: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, Procurement, and Fixed Assets.
• In depth understanding of Oracle modules, configurations, and integrations points.
• Experience with one or more Oracle reporting tools such as SmartView, Oracle Analytics, Narrative Reporting, OTBI, BI Publisher, or Financial Reporting preferred.
• Experience & creativity in troubleshooting data conversions, integrations, and/or software application problems.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, verbal and written.
• Capable of working independently and with limited supervision.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Must be very detailed oriented, self-motivated, a team player and able to work on/handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Detail oriented and highly organized.
• Display ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work by established deadlines.
• Highly enthusiastic, analytical, methodical, and disciplined in nature.
• Ability to adapt and adjust to unexpected circumstances.
• Ability to multitask and proactively research remediations to questions or problems as they arise.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands:

• All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Occasional overnight travel is required.
• May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Knowledge of FERC Regulations is a plus.
• Prior experience with Oil & Gas industry.

Compensation:

• The annual salary range for this position will be $85,000-$129,000/yr.

Other responsibilities:

• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned

ANALYST-FINANCIAL SYSTEMS, SR. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide subject matter expertise on Oracle EPM modules in use at Tallgrass (FCCS, EPBCS, ARCS, EDM).
• Manage ERP/EPM interface with other departments, including Financial Reporting, Corporate Accounting, HR, IT, Projects, Procurement, Operational Accounting, and promote proactive approaches and best practices to solve business needs/problems, while also enhancing the understanding and acceptance of system capabilities.
• Participate in the execution and delivery of small- and large-scale initiatives.
• Participates in strategic business planning with business units and IT to formulate enhancement options to address specific functional issues / requirements.
• Monitor daily data integration jobs that move data from ERP to EPM as well as between EPM modules.
• Provision new users within EPM as well as monitor ongoing access requirements.
• Provide the first layer of support for EPM issues prior to escalating to Oracle or consulting partner as needed.
• Configure application components including reconciliations, reports, security, and process management modules.
• Manage integrations and data quality processes (validations, mappings, transformations).
• Provide timely updates related to EPM functionality and assist with implementing, developing, and executing test scripts and updates.
• Develop and maintain relations with 3rd party support and vendors.
• Assist and participate in internal control testing.
• Assist with internal process improvements.
• Through financial systems, support business needs surrounding the monthly close process, planning and forecasting, quarterly/annual financial statements and audits.
• Act as a liaison between finance, IT, and other relevant departments to ensure financial systems meet the needs of users and comply with financial controls.
• Develop and maintain clear and concise functional and technical EPM documentation, procedures, and training materials.
• Assist with ad hoc projects as needed.
• Results-oriented, able to anticipate change and respond to client priorities, demonstrating a "can do" attitude.
• Develop commercial and technical understanding of Tallgrass physical assets, products and services.
• Work with internal departments to accomplish individual, departmental and company goals.
• Offer assistance and act as a resource/mentor to the accounting organization when needed.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.
• Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT US

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.