ITM Specialist/Finance Information Systems Administrator

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: ITM Specialist/Finance Information Systems Administrator

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Information Technology

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: None

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 17264206

Description: Position Description:
The ITM Specialist/Finance Information Systems Administrator is responsible for the administration and support of solution-oriented financial systems applications for GDLS Finance utilizing Business Intelligence (BI) and Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) technologies. This is an operational role with the opportunity to grow in responsibility through demonstrated technical and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities:

• Support financial applications including Direct Planning (Current Estimate & Operating Plan), Cash Forecasting, Actual Rates, Overhead Submission, Forward Pricing, and Indirect Budget.
• Prepare all applications for business activities including scenario preparation, loading data files, running calculation scripts, reconciling and verifying data, troubleshooting, implementing enhancements, and assisting with end-user reporting.
• Maintain all aspects of application security including group provisioning, user additions/deletions and performing security audits.
• Manage all IT SOX activities related to the Direct Planning application including system access, change control procedures, and operations.
• Perform DRM (Data Relationship Management) administration activities as necessary to manage compliance with GDLS data governance policies.
• Develop and update desk instructions and system documentation as required to facilitate operational support across FIS team members.
• Develop/revise user training materials and conduct training as necessary to support end-users.
• Partner with Finance teams to define requirements of application enhancements and production support.
• Assist FIS team members in the development, design, testing and implementation of technical solutions including the definition of use cases and expected results.
• Work with the FIS team to create and improve business and operational processes.
• Monitor system operations and performance through review and analysis of logs. Coordinate with GDIT & GDLS resources as required to resolve system issues and minimize downtime.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. in Accounting/Finance, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience
• 3-5 years as an application developer or system administrator (financial applications preferred)
• 2+ years experience with Budgeting, Forecasting and Financial Reporting applications
• 2+ years experience with reporting tools (e.g. Smart View, Cognos, OAS or equivalent)
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Self-starter with ability to work on multiple projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to successfully coordinate activities across cross-functional teams
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills and ability to develop positive working relationships with customers and peers
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and research skills
• Strong attention to detail is a must
• Ability to successfully organize unstructured problems to achieve resolution
• Strong documentation/technical writing experience

Additional Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with one or more of the following is desirable:
• Oracle Hyperion Planning 11.2x or Oracle EPM Cloud
• Oracle Hyperion Essbase 11.x or 21c (BSO/ASO)
• Oracle Hyperion DRM 11.2x or Oracle EDM
• Oracle Smart View
• Oracle EPM + Reporting Suite tools
• Oracle PL/SQL
• IT SOX audit experience
• Prior financial analysis experience

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Position Description:
The ITM Specialist/Finance Information Systems Administrator is responsible for the administration and support of solution-oriented financial systems applications for GDLS Finance utilizing Business Intelligence (BI) and Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) technologies. This is an operational role with the opportunity to grow in responsibility through demonstrated technical and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities:

• Support financial applications including Direct Planning (Current Estimate & Operating Plan), Cash Forecasting, Actual Rates, Overhead Submission, Forward Pricing, and Indirect Budget.
• Prepare all applications for business activities including scenario preparation, loading data files, running calculation scripts, reconciling and verifying data, troubleshooting, implementing enhancements, and assisting with end-user reporting.
• Maintain all aspects of application security including group provisioning, user additions/deletions and performing security audits.
• Manage all IT SOX activities related to the Direct Planning application including system access, change control procedures, and operations.
• Perform DRM (Data Relationship Management) administration activities as necessary to manage compliance with GDLS data governance policies.
• Develop and update desk instructions and system documentation as required to facilitate operational support across FIS team members.
• Develop/revise user training materials and conduct training as necessary to support end-users.
• Partner with Finance teams to define requirements of application enhancements and production support.
• Assist FIS team members in the development, design, testing and implementation of technical solutions including the definition of use cases and expected results.
• Work with the FIS team to create and improve business and operational processes.
• Monitor system operations and performance through review and analysis of logs. Coordinate with GDIT & GDLS resources as required to resolve system issues and minimize downtime.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. in Accounting/Finance, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience
• 3-5 years as an application developer or system administrator (financial applications preferred)
• 2+ years experience with Budgeting, Forecasting and Financial Reporting applications
• 2+ years experience with reporting tools (e.g. Smart View, Cognos, OAS or equivalent)
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Self-starter with ability to work on multiple projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to successfully coordinate activities across cross-functional teams
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills and ability to develop positive working relationships with customers and peers
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and research skills
• Strong attention to detail is a must
• Ability to successfully organize unstructured problems to achieve resolution
• Strong documentation/technical writing experience

Additional Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with one or more of the following is desirable:
• Oracle Hyperion Planning 11.2x or Oracle EPM Cloud
• Oracle Hyperion Essbase 11.x or 21c (BSO/ASO)
• Oracle Hyperion DRM 11.2x or Oracle EDM
• Oracle Smart View
• Oracle EPM + Reporting Suite tools
• Oracle PL/SQL
• IT SOX audit experience
• Prior financial analysis experience

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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