Job Description
This is remote JOB however CST time zone candidates are preferred.
- Develop and maintain Anaplan models to support financial planning and analysis processes.
- Collaborate with finance and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into Anaplan solutions.
- Design and build complex calculations, workflows, and data imports/exports within Anaplan.
- Perform testing and validation of Anaplan models to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Provide technical guidance and support to junior Anaplan developers.
- Monitor and troubleshoot issues with Anaplan models and provide timely resolutions.
- Stay updated with Anaplan platform updates and new features and incorporate them into existing models.
- Conduct user training and documentation to promote user adoption and self-service within the organization.
- Continuously improve Anaplan models and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Anaplan with other finance systems and tools.
Key Skill Sets
- Strong knowledge and experience in Anaplan development, including building models, creating dashboards, and implementing security.
- In-depth understanding of finance and accounting principles and processes.
- Proficiency in working with large and complex data sets within Anaplan.
- Ability to gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into Anaplan solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in programming languages like Anaplan Calculation Language (ACL), SQL, and Excel VBA.
- Experience in integrating Anaplan with other systems and tools.
- Knowledge of best practices and industry standards in Anaplan development and finance domain.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Anaplan development.
- Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles.
- Certified Anaplan Model Builder.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Experience in leading Anaplan implementation projects.
- Anaplan Certified Solution Architect or Anaplan Certified Master Anaplanner.
- Knowledge of additional financial planning and analysis tools like Hyperion, Cognos, or Tableau.
Focus Areas
- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Financial Consolidation and Reporting
- Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)
- Profitability Analysis
- Strategic Planning and Scenario Modeling.