Financial Systems Analyst

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Major Duties

Under the general supervision of the Financial Systems Lead, the Financial Systems Analyst will:

• Oversee all facets of the planning and design efforts; work with functional/technical teams and consultants to gain an understanding of development requirements and create functional specifications.
• Responsible for project management during database upgrades and implementations for PeopleSoft applications and third-party interfaces. Analyze release notes and upgrade specifications related to system updates; conduct application testing to ensure quality and standards are met; test PeopleSoft finance and student financials applications, including custom programs, upgrades, and other releases.
• Responsible for researching, troubleshooting, and data table analysis to provide timely and effective systems resolutions.
• Proactively meet with stakeholders to review business processes, user requirements, and system functionalities to identify areas of improvement.
• Coordinate and/or lead PeopleSoft development efforts with functional subject matter experts, technical resources, and other system analysts.
• Prepare functional process guides to assist users with day-to-day processing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a job-related field required.
• Equivalent to five (5) years of full-time, progressively responsible relevant experience. Oversight and administration of a program with supervision and/or lead experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of policies, procedures, and outside regulations pertaining to financial and student financial systems. Interpret and apply a wide variety of policies and procedures to develop conclusions and make recommendations.
• Knowledge of Query Manager, nVision, BI Publisher, People Tools, PeopleCode, Application Engine, SQR, Component Interface, and Integration Broker desirable.
• Utilize strong analytical methods and techniques for rapid detection and correction of problems with a broad administrative impact affecting finance or student financial records.
• Ability to multi-task, take initiative, and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Project implementation and project management skills preferred.
• Ability to train others, provide lead work direction, and collaborate with other analysts, users, and related departments to provide solutions to campus needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, and well-developed interpersonal skills.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification / grade: 1038 / AAS / 3
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $5022 - $8000 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $5022 - $9083 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends.  
• REG: This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 
• The position is currently hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through February 13, 2024 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, covered military and veteran status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.