Software Analyst– Finance Technology (FICO)
Columbia Sportswear Company Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Retail Apparel and Fashion · 5,001-10,000 employees
About the role
The Software Analyst will support the configuration and maintenance of enterprise finance systems like SAP FI/CO, Ariba, and Concur. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues and assist in agile delivery processes.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2–4 years of experience in software systems analysis or application support. Proficiency in ERP configuration, SQL, and financial processes is required.
Full description
ABOUT THE POSITION
Although we're an apparel and footwear-focused company, technology is central to everything we do. Columbia Digital Technology (CDT) teams enable digital solutions across four global brands, a global supply chain, and 500+ geographically dispersed stores. These teams support across a range of platforms and services to enhance the consumer experience in an ever-evolving industry.
We are looking for a Software Analyst to support our Finance Technology team. This role is ideal for someone with 2–4 years of experience who is eager to grow their skills in system configuration, solution support, and operational delivery within enterprise finance platforms.
What You’ll Do
- Support configuration and setup of finance and accounting systems (e.g., SAP FI/CO, Sovos, Ariba, Concur) under the guidance of senior analysts and architects.
- Assist in translating business requirements into system configurations and functional documentation.
- Participate in testing activities, including integration, regression, and functional user testing (FUT).
- Support day-to-day operations, including issue resolution, data validation, and user access management.
- Document system configurations, process flows, and support procedures to ensure operational readiness and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, accounting, and IT, to deliver enhancements and resolve issues.
- Monitor system performance and assist in identifying and resolving operational issues.
- Contribute to agile delivery, including sprint planning and backlog grooming, with a focus on delivering incremental improvements.
Who You Are
- A detail-oriented and motivated analyst with a strong interest in enterprise systems and finance operations.
- A collaborative team member who communicates clearly and works well with both technical and business stakeholders.
- A problem-solver who enjoys learning new systems and contributing to process improvements.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
- 2–4 years of experience in software systems analysis or application support, ideally in finance or accounting domains.
- Exposure to enterprise finance systems such as:
- SAP FI/CO
- Sovos, Ariba, Concur
- Familiarity with financial processes such as general ledger, AP/AR, tax, and expense management.
- Basic proficiency in:
- ERP configuration and workflows
- SQL and Excel for data validation
- Service management tools (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow)
- Understanding of agile delivery practices and willingness to learn DevOps principles.
- Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
