ERP Business Strategist - Finance at Knorr-Bremse in Grain Valley, MO

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ERP Business Strategist - Finance LOCATION: Grain Valley / Missouri (US-MO), United States | BRAND: KBSignaling | REQUISITION ID: 11705 | JOB GRADE: 16 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site KB Signaling delivers unparalleled end-to-end wayside and onboard conventional signaling platforms and solutions, supporting our Control, Command, and Signaling (CCS) global business unit. A trailblazer, we are driven to provide the best solutions for improved safety, performance, and lower overall operating cost for today’s transit and freight railway systems and operators in North America and beyond. Our team is fueled by innovation and grounded in solid values, like giving back to the communities where we do business and embracing sustainability to help protect our planet. KB Signaling is part of a global, high-tech company that will challenge you and help you grow. Discover your potential. KB Signaling Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. JOB DESCRIPTION: Job Title: ERP Business Strategist - Finance Job Summary Support the optimization, governance, and continuous improvement of Knorr-Bremse (KB) Signaling's SAP ERP environment with a primary focus on Finance-related business processes. Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Project stakeholders to improve system functionality, reporting capabilities, data integrity, and process efficiency. This role supports SAP Finance solutions and contributes to broader ERP initiatives as business needs evolve. Reporting Line Reports directly to ERP Department Manager Key Responsibilities ERP Functional Support Serve as a key business partner for Finance-related ERP processes and system functionality. Support business users in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving ERP-related issues. Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into functional solutions. Participate in testing, implementation, and support of ERP enhancements and upgrades. Assist in maintaining data quality and process consistency across ERP systems. Reporting & Business Intelligence Support development and maintenance of reporting solutions using SAP BI, queries, and related tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to define KPIs, dashboards, and reporting requirements. Help ensure accuracy and consistency of financial and operational reporting data. Assist with reporting needs related to budgeting, forecasting, project tracking, and business performance. ERP Strategy & Process Optimization Analyze business processes and workflows to identify improvement opportunities. Support continuous improvement initiatives and ERP enhancement projects. Contribute to the alignment of ERP capabilities with evolving business requirements. Participate in process standardization and automation efforts. Key User Support & Training Provide guidance and support to Finance, Controlling, and Project Management key users. Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and training materials. Facilitate change management activities and support user acceptance testing. Coordinate with IT teams, SAP support partners, and vendors to resolve issues and implement improvements. Governance, Controls & Compliance Support adherence to Segregation of Duties (SoD) policies and internal controls. Participate in ERP governance activities and documentation maintenance. Assist with audit support, process documentation, and data governance initiatives. Promote best practices for ERP usage and business process compliance. Requirements 5+ years experience in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Project Accounting, ERP Systems, or related business functions. 3+ years ERP experience with exposure to reporting and workflows (SAP S/4 Hana preferred) Experience supporting at least