Finance Systems Analyst - JV Automation

Drive end-to-end automation of the global JV close cycle. You sit at the intersection of Finance and Technology - translating manual accounting logic into airtight systematic processes and giving developers everything they need to build without asking a single accounting question.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. SAP Data & Other Data Sources

• Map source data across GL, sub-ledger, and related structures
• Identify authoritative source per JV type (SAP tables, SnowFlake, BI extracts, files, emails, etc.)
• Resolve data lineage gaps across all flows

2. Accounting Process Knowledge

• Full JV portfolio: Accruals, FX, Allocations, Payroll, Tax, Clearing & more
• Align outputs to local GAAP / statutory requirements across all 4 regions
• Partner across GA Close, Treasury, Indirect Tax, and Stat & Tax workstreams

3. Process Documentation & Controls

• Decompose ~9,000+ manual JV workflows across Phases 1-5
• Document as-is gaps; design to-be with dual checkpoints & tolerances
• Prioritize by complexity tier: Simple / Medium / Complex

4. Functional Specs & Pseudocode

• Write developer-ready specs: inputs, formulas, GL derivation, allocation rules
• Document conditional logic for each transformation
• Maintain a living transformation catalog by use case & data source

5. Testing, Validation & Go-Live

• Design unit, integration & parallel-run test plans per automated JV
• Reconcile automated vs. historical manual output; resolve variances
• Lead UAT with functional teams; sign off on production cutover
• Provide hypercare support through first post-live close cycles

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6-10 years in Finance / Accounting with hands-on SAP FI experience (FB-series, G/L master, document types)
• Deep R2R close knowledge - accruals, IC eliminations, allocations, and reconciliations
• Proven ability to write functional specs & pseudocode that developers can implement directly
• Proficiency in SAP reporting and BI / reporting tools
• Structured documentation skills: process narratives, RACI, flowcharts, control frameworks
• Multi-regional accounting awareness: EMEIA statutory, APAC indirect tax, AMR accruals

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Finance Transformation / ERP automation experience (SAP FI, BlackLine, Workday, Finance Close & Consolidation)
• CPA, CA, or equivalent accounting qualification
• Basic SQL or Python for data extraction and validation

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.