Business Analyst (with Ledger Journal), NJ (Hybrid role)

Location : Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid role)

Type : W2 Candidates Only

Experience Required : 10–12 years total, including minimum 2 years in ledger / journal

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with specialized expertise in Ledger Journal processes to join our team in Jersey City, NJ. The ideal candidate will bring a solid background in financial applications, specifically in General Ledger and Accounts Payable , combined with strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills. This is a hybrid role requiring periodic on-site collaboration.

Elicit, analyze, and document Business Requirements for financial applications involving General Ledger and Accounts Payable processes.

Apply a deep understanding of Ledger and Journal Entry processing, with at least 2 years of hands-on experience in this area.

Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint , including complex business process workflows.

Track and communicate project status reports for senior management, covering roadmaps, risk mitigation, current / future states , and other relevant metrics.

Act as a Functional Consultant , guiding clients through all phases of the systems development lifecycle .

Identify functionality gaps, conduct Proof of Concepts (POCs) , and propose effective solutions or workarounds .

Advise stakeholders on system options, process risks , and cross-system impacts.

Develop comprehensive end-user documentation and training materials .

Collaborate with technical teams to ensure alignment between business needs and system functionality.

10 to 12 years of experience in business analysis for financial systems.

Minimum 2 years of experience working with ledger and journal entries .

Proficiency in business requirements gathering , gap analysis , and process documentation .

Advanced PowerPoint presentation skills , especially in delivering content to senior technical executives .

Strong knowledge of General Ledger and Accounts Payable operations.

Experience in Oracle Financials R12 and Oracle Financial Cloud Web Services Integration (highly desirable).

Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.

Familiarity with financial system integrations , web services , and cloud-based financial platforms .

Experience in creating training programs and leading user adoption initiatives .