Hot Topic is seeking a Finance System Analyst position that has a can-do attitude in exploring Finance related areas and learn about the Retail Industry. This person will work on a team that supports all financial aspects and compliance applications in the Hot Topic eco-system.
To be successful in this role you will need to have strong analytical thinking skills with great client facing oral and written communication skills to help you understand, document, and implement approaches that will help grow the Hot Topic business. You will need to be comfortable working with your team as well as taking on initiatives as solo missions to get the job done. There is an opportunity to leverage existing environments and expand your knowledge in this area with potential for multiple growth paths and opportunities.
This role is open for Remote or Hybrid in our City of Industry, California.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Ensure financial systems (e.g., ERP software) are configured to meet business and accounting requirements. Provide support to finance and accounting team members escalating to other analysts/teams as needed.
- Assist lead and senior analysts to automate financial processes and workflows, ensuring efficiency and reducing manual tasks.
- Collaborate with other IT teams and internal/external partners to ensure proper integration of financial systems with other business software (e.g., lease management, Oracle Retail, data warehouse).
- Provide technical support to finance and accounting teams using the system. Assist with training sessions for end-users to ensure optimal usage of the system.
- Work with stakeholders (finance, accounting, and management teams) to gather business requirements and translate them into system functionality. Document system changes and processes.
- Understands basics of relevant regulations (e.g., SOX, GAAP) and assists internal audit team with access reviews.
- Develop and execute test plans for system updates, integrations, and new functionalities. Partner with team leads to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data during transitions or migrations.
- Works closely with finance, other IT teams, and other departments to ensure that the system meets the needs of various business functions and supports overall strategic goals.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- 3-4 years of experience in supporting systems as a System/IT Analyst or Developer and exposure in Systems Development Life Cycle. 3-4 years of experience working in retail or a similar industry.
- Knowledge of basic accounting including General Ledger, Payables, and Fixed Assets. Oracle Fusion
- Experience with databases, including queries with tools like SQL, Oracle/MSSQL, Excel.
- Experience with implementing data integrations via various methods (file based, database connectors, APIs). Knowledge of configuring and testing of API integrations preferred.
- Prior experience working with any reporting tools.
- Knowledge and experience with privacy and security obligations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in areas related to Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, preferred.
