Financial Systems Specialist

MD - Bethesda

29267BR

Job Description

Westat is a leader in research, data collection and analysis, technical assistance, evaluation, and communications. Our evidence-based findings help clients in government and the private sector accelerate advancements in health, education, transportation, and social and economic policy. Our dedication to improving lives through research and our approach to projects grounded in investigative curiosity, statistical and data rigor, adaptive methods, and advanced technology are why clients find exceptional value in our work.

Job Summary
Westat is seeking a Finance Systems Specialist to become part of the Finance and Contracts team supporting the corporate Accounting, Contracts, and Finance IT systems. The environment includes applications and systems that are integrated with Deltek Costpoint platform, Cognos, OnBase, TM1, Workday, Dayforce and other products.

This position is eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements at our corporate headquarters (1-2 days per week, flexible hours) in Bethesda, Maryland.

Job Responsibilities
* Support the ongoing day-to-day management of the Deltek Costpoint modules such as Accounts Payable, Purchasing, People and Time and Expense.
* Troubleshoot application and interface issues.
* Assist end-users and Functional leads in use of applications.
* Continual learning and skill improvement by staying up to date with the latest Deltek Costpoint releases, features, and best industry practices.
* Other responsibilities as assigned by the Financial Systems Manager or Controller.

Basic Qualifications
* A bachelor's degree.
* 3+ years of experience with functional background in Deltek's Costpoint and Time Collection systems.
* Proficiency in Excel with VLOOKUP, Pivot and CSV functionality.

Preferred Qualifications
* Strong experience with Costpoint Time and Expense and any HR or Payroll applications
* SQL query and report writing experience with Cognos or similar tool.
* Experience with administering IBM TM1 or SemFin's FocusPoint.
* Candidates should have good communication and writing skills.
* Exercise good judgment and possess strong problem-solving skills.
* Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work well in a team environment.

Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Leave (15 days per year)
• Sick Leave (9 days per year)
• Holiday Leave (7 Government Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays)
• Professional Development
• Health Advocate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account

Any offer of employment may be contingent upon receipt of acceptable results from a post-offer background screening, if required for the specific position, which may include, for example, identity verification, employment history, motor vehicle driving record history, and criminal or sexual offender records history. Any background screening results will be evaluated through an individualized assessment based on the individual's specific record and the duties and requirements of the position.

This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Employment Eligibility: This is a U.S.-based position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Westat does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) for this role. Depending on project requirements, some positions may require employees to meet specific residency criteria.

Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Career Area

Administrative

Pay Range

The anticipated salary range for this position is $81,200 - $98,000 and will commensurate with experience.