Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Financial ERP Systems Analyst in Pasadena, CA. Essential Functions: * Senior Financial ERP Systems Analyst will understand data flows between various systems and review data and new/modified financial reports for integrity and accuracy * Respond to support needs and queries as assigned; Resolve and escalate issues * Perform financial analysis of data as needed * Develop and maintain functional documentation in support of financial and general accounting functions for all systems * Build and manage successful relationships with IT, accounting, internal business leaders, managers, and end users to collaborate on strategic solutions to support their deliverables * Identify and clearly define issues and develop business cases for process changes or enhancements * Clearly define business requirements and the scope of new solutions * Participate with IT and business team members in development of scalable solutions for correction and process improvement * As a Senior Financial ERP Systems Analyst, you will participate in the development of test scripts and in the testing of application and workflow changes * Assess training and participate development and provision of training for new and current business systems related to financial systems * Research, evaluate and present industry trends and technology advancements that significantly improve the company's services * Mentor and train entry level Business Support Analyst to prepare for Senior level role, when needed * Other duties as assigned by upper management* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Mathematics, or Accounting preferred * Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other MS Office products * Demonstrates the ability to work independently * Extensive team collaboration experience and strong collaboration skills * Ability to develop and present a strong business case complete with ROI * Demonstrates a long-term approach to solutions * Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to adapt to people and new processes * Demonstrates appropriate discretion with sensitive information * Demonstrates strength in troubleshooting issues with software and data * Demonstrates an understanding of Systems Analysis (determining how a system or process should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment affects outcomes) * Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management * Proficient in running meetings * Demonstrated skills in verbal and written communications, written test plans, articulating business issues into action * Critical thinking skills - ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems Preferred Skills: * Certifications in Business Analytics or Financial Analytics * Certification or demonstrated capability in mapping and analyzing workflows * 5+ years of experience in a related field or a combination of education and experience * Familiarity with Great Plains/JD Edwards