Lead Business Process Analyst
Open Text Corporation · Waterloo, Ontario, Canada · $87K–$130K/yr
Software Development · 10,001+ employees
About the role
Lead the optimization of finance-related systems and processes, specifically within record-to-report cycles, to streamline operations. Partner with Finance, IT, and cross-functional units to implement system enhancements and automate manual processes.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business with over 5 years of experience in business process analysis. Proficiency in ERP platforms, data visualization tools, and coding languages like Python or VBA is essential.
Benefits
Full description
OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.
AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.
At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.
OPENTEXT
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.
YOUR IMPACT
We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Lead Business Process Analyst to lead the optimization of finance-related systems and processes across our CAO organization. This role will partner with Finance, IT, and cross-functional business units to streamline operations, enhance system integrations, and support scalable growth through data-driven process improvements.
WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS
- Analyze and improve end-to-end finance processes predominately within record-to-report cycles.
- Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and IT teams to identify inefficiencies, automation opportunities, and system enhancements.
- Lead requirements gathering and process mapping sessions to document current and future-state workflows.
- Evaluate and recommend improvements to ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, ), financial reporting tools, and integrations with other platforms / technologies within the company.
- Support implementation of new finance systems or upgrades where identified and when applicable create stand-a-lone automations via (Python, VBA, Macro’s etc.) in order to automate manual processes where system upgrades or functionality is not yet available.
- Monitor process performance using KPIs and dashboards; identify trends and areas for continuous improvement.
- Act as a liaison between Finance and technical teams to ensure alignment on system capabilities and business needs.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or CPA is a plus).
- 5+ years of experience in business process analysis with a focus on finance operations
- Strong understanding of finance systems, workflows, and reporting requirements.
- Experience with ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle), and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Proficiency in Advanced Macro’s / VBA, with some coding experience (Python, RPA’s, SQL’s etc)
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Project management experience
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
ONE LAST THING:
OpenText is more than just a corporation, it's a global community where trust is foundational, the bar is raised, and outcomes are owned.
OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.
If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at hr@opentext.com. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.
Compensation: At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. A summary of those benefits can be found on our Why Join Us page. As you move through the hiring process, we’re happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off.
Salary Range: $86,800- $130,200; Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.
AI Usage Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.
