In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing financial planning solutions using IBM Planning Analytics to achieve project success as agreed with customers; deliver technical, functional, and business outcomes of a project and maintain high standards of professional communication.
Accountabilities
Analysis and evaluation of business requirements through a structured methodical approach
Define the solution scope, time, cost and risk by translating business requirements into a set of functional and non‑functional deliverables
Estimate and plan project deliverables and success criteria
Identify project risks and assumptions
Communicate with stakeholders, business and technical project teams to ensure the roles and responsibilities for the solution deliverables are understood
Implement financial planning solutions in IBM Planning Analytics / TM1 as designed in the solution scope definition
Identify all potential change requests and work with the designated Principal Consultant/Project Manager on these variations
Participate in post‑implementation review and assume ownership of any actions
Desired Skills and Experience
Greater than 5 years’ experience in delivering financial planning applications (IBM Planning Analytics / TM1 highly valued)
Minimum education level of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business, Finance or 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, TurboIntegrator processes and rule engine; IBM Cognos TM1 Certified Developer is an added advantage
Genuine talent for grasping complex business problems and engineering effective solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly Regarded
Background in finance and understanding of financial processes such as budgeting & forecasting or supply chain roles is desirable
Well‑developed skills in researching, designing and implementing customer solutions and programs
Strong relationship management
Ability to identify opportunities and take action to help achieve business goals
Ability to identify process improvement opportunities
Team player with a professional, proactive approach
Citizenship is highly regarded but not essential
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Information Technology, Finance, and Consulting
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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