Financial Planning Solution Designer
This role is designed for experienced professionals with a proven track record in delivering financial planning applications. You will work closely with customers to design and implement solutions using IBM Planning Analytics, ensuring project success and high standards of professional communication.
Key responsibilities include:
* Analysis and evaluation of business requirements through a structured methodical approach
* Identifying project risks and assumptions
* Communicating with stakeholders, business, and technical project teams to ensure roles and responsibilities are understood
* Implementation of financial planning solutions in IBM Planning Analytics / TM1 as designed in the solution scope definition
* Identifying potential change requests and working with designated Principal Consultant/Project Manager on these variations
* Participating in Post Implementation Review and assuming ownership of any actions
Requirements:
* Greater than 5 years' experience in delivering financial planning applications (IBM Planning Analytics / TM1 highly valued)
* Minimum education level of Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant subject – Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business, Finance & Accounting
* Proven project experience delivering financial planning solutions covering most phases of the project lifecycle including scoping, requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment while using project management methodologies
* In-depth knowledge and senior-level expertise in IBM Planning Analytics / TM1 including cube design, turbo integrator processes, and rule engine; IBM Cognos TM1 Certified Developer an added advantage
* A genuine talent for grasping complex business problems and engineering effective solutions
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Bonus Points:
* Background in finance and understanding of financial processes such as budgeting and forecasting or supply chain roles desirable
* Well-developed skills/ability researching, designing, and implementing customer solutions and programs
* Strong relationship management
* Ability to identify opportunities and taking action to help achieve business goals
* Ability to identify process improvement opportunities
* Team player with a professional, pro-active approach
Note: Citizenship not essential but regarded as a plus.