Business Systems Analyst (Oracle Cloud Financials-AP/FA/PA) at M&T Bank

Buffalo, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Combined minimum of 8 years' higher education and/or operational/business analytics/systems development experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent lateral thinking skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Prior experience multitasking for various components of complex projects
  • Prior experience coordinating between applications and business units
  • Prior experience working in a team environment as well as autonomously
  • Primary expertise in Oracle Cloud Financials Subledgers (Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Payments, Project Accounting)
  • Secondary experience in Oracle Cloud Financials General Ledger and AHCS (preferred)
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred)
  • Subject matter expert in business with knowledge or experience utilizing supported application/system (preferred)
  • Proven mentoring and leadership capabilities (preferred)
  • Ability to recognize project milestones and delivery dates (preferred)
  • Ability to recommend and implement solutions (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and gather business requirements related to Oracle Subledgers: Accounts Payable (AP), Fixed Assets (FA), Payments, and Project Accounting (PA) modules
  • Configure and maintain Oracle Subledgers AP, FA, Payments, and PA modules within the Oracle Cloud ERP environment
  • Design and document functional specifications for customizations, reports, and system integrations
  • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure successful solution delivery
  • Support month-end and year-end financial close activities
  • Conduct system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and end-user training
  • Troubleshoot and resolve functional issues in Oracle Subledgers AP, FA, Payments, and PA modules
  • Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and financial reporting standards
  • Provide post-implementation support and drive continuous process improvements
  • Prepare well-documented functional specifications for assigned projects, test plans, test scripts, and execution of test scripts
  • Conduct research and analysis of complex data to ensure accuracy in functional design of assigned projects
  • Serve as mentor to less experienced staff, assisting in application training, research analysis, and project methodology consultation
  • Schedule and facilitate project team meetings; document and distribute meeting minutes as applicable
  • Meet with business clients to discuss requested application changes related to enterprise-wide initiatives, compliance/regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, or system maintenance (BAU)
  • Participate in design discussions and ensure delivery of required functional specifications
  • Participate in meetings with lines of business to identify application requirements and provide feedback to ensure technology solutions support customer needs
  • Review business requirements with technology teams to ensure understanding of project scope
  • Coordinate and provide estimates for complex projects and complete estimates for assigned components, including timelines and project phases
  • Serve as subject matter expert to advise on application impacts from enterprise-wide initiatives such as acquisitions or major product/service changes
  • May serve as Test Coordinator for large project initiatives involving multiple applications
  • Facilitate complex projects from proposal through post-implementation
  • Participate in meetings with lines of business to identify their requirements in how an application looks and feels to the end user; provide feedback on them
  • Serve as project lead to ensure test plans and specifications are completed in a timely basis and project meets established milestones

Skills

Oracle Cloud Financials
Accounts Payable
Fixed Assets
Payments
Project Accounting
General Ledger
AHCS
ERP Configuration
Functional Specifications
UAT
System Testing
Financial Close

M&T Bank

Full-service banking for individuals and businesses

About M&T Bank

M&T Bank provides a variety of banking services to individuals, small businesses, and larger companies. Their offerings include mortgage assistance, personal and business checking accounts, and mobile banking options. The bank primarily operates in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, emphasizing community engagement and a focus on customer service. M&T Bank's business model is based on traditional banking practices, such as loans, deposits, and investment products, and it generates revenue through interest income and service fees. A key aspect that sets M&T Bank apart from its competitors is its commitment to community involvement, which includes allowing employees to volunteer and supporting local organizations. The recent merger with United Bank, N.A. has further expanded their services and market presence.

Buffalo, New YorkHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Competition from fintechs could erode M&T Bank's market share among tech-savvy customers.
Integration challenges from the United Bank merger may disrupt operations.
Decreased prime rate could reduce interest income, impacting profitability.

Differentiation

M&T Bank emphasizes community engagement through its charitable foundation and volunteer programs.
The bank offers a wide range of traditional and digital banking services.
Recent merger with United Bank, N.A. expands M&T's market reach and service offerings.

Upsides

M&T Bank's $1.5 billion senior notes offering strengthens its financial position.
Decreased prime rate may attract more borrowers, increasing loan volume.
Shannon Lazare's appointment as New Jersey Regional President enhances local community engagement.

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