Financial Systems Application Analyst
1 day ago
New York
Applications Analyst – Financial Systems • Employee role with boutique financial services firm, • Hybrid (3 days a week in office), Midtown Manhattan RedStream Technology is searching for an application support analyst to focus supporting our client’s internal finance applications including trading and reporting applications. Key Responsibilities • Partner directly with end users to understand functional requirements and deliver effective solutions that support a dynamic metals trading business., • Configure, update, test, and support financial systems and associated applications throughout the full system lifecycle., • Design, maintain, and support proprietary reports and analytics for accounting, controllers, physical operations, and trading teams., • Build and troubleshoot SQL queries, Business Objects reports, and related BI outputs., • Perform root-cause analysis and resolve system issues in collaboration with business users, analysts, and vendors., • Document configurations, procedures, and solutions in the internal knowledge base (wiki)., • Work closely with the IS team in a collaborative, shared-work environment that values teamwork over silos., • Stay current on relevant systems and technologies through training, certifications, and seminars., • Occasionally travel internationally as required (<5–10%). Required Experience & Qualifications • Minimum 5 years of experience in a corporate environment., • Hands-on experience with mid-to-large-scale ERP or financial systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, etc.)., • Strong understanding of accounting principles., • Proficiency in SQL., • Experience with Business Objects or comparable BI/reporting tools., • High proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, macros)., • Familiarity with helpdesk, issue tracking, and project management tools (e.g., Jira)., • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business writing skills with attention to detail., • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in distributed teams across US and Europe., • Strong stakeholder management skills (accounting, commercial, vendors)., • Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate issues or ask for guidance. Preferred / Advantageous Experience • Experience with UNIT4/Coda., • Exposure to Commodity Trading & Risk Management (CTRM) systems., • VB/VBA, Power BI, or experience working with web services., • Advanced Excel automation experience. Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Core Competencies • Intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn quickly., • Solution-oriented mindset with strong analytical thinking., • Excellent communication and listening skills., • Strong time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines., • High integrity, accountability, and professionalism., • A collaborative, approachable style that aligns with our values: result-oriented, service-minded, honest, enterprising, and team-focused. Languages • Required: English, • Desired: Spanish or French