Functional Technical Analyst Jobs in Chicago, IL

Company Description<\/b>
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RedMane Technology LLC is an application software consulting and systems integration company based in Chicago. We deliver software solutions for our clients throughout the United States and Canada by means of building new applications, implementing cloud and packaged systems, and\/or modernizing legacy systems. 
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RedMane has earned an exemplary service reputation that prioritizes a highly collaborative culture. Our primary objective is to ensure the solutions we design and implement meet or exceed the needs of our clients for their mission critical systems. 
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The diverse and passionate teams within RedMane address complex, real world challenges. Technology is just our tool. 
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The Role<\/b>
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RedMane has a full\-time opportunity for a Technical\/Functional Architect as we continue to grow our Chicago based practice.
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We are seeking an experienced Technical\/Functional Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of finance systems (ERP or financial platforms). This role bridges business and technology, ensuring financial processes are translated into scalable, compliant, and high\-performing system solutions. 
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The architect will work closely with finance stakeholders, business teams, and engineering teams to deliver end\-to\-end financial system solutions that support organizational goals. 
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Key Responsibilities<\/b> 
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1. Architecture & Solution Design 
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• Lead the design of finance system solutions (e.g., GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Budgeting), including data flows, integrations, and reporting. 
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  • Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards. 
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    2. Finance Functional Leadership 
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    • Translate finance business requirements into functional and technical specifications. 
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      • Conduct fit\-gap analysis, define accounting rules and workflows, and optimize processes across core finance modules. 
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        • Support alignment with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. 
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          3. Delivery, Integration & Technical Oversight 
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          • Guide full lifecycle delivery from requirements through design, build, test, and go\-live. 
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            • Design integrations with upstream and downstream systems (HR, procurement, BI, external interfaces) using APIs and middleware. 
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              • Provide technical guidance to development teams and ensure data integrity, performance, and security. 
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                4. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement 
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                • Act as the liaison between Finance, IT, and business stakeholders, translating complex concepts into business\-friendly language. 
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                  • Facilitate requirements and architecture workshops. 
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                    • Define best practices and identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and process improvement. 
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                      Required Skills & Qualifications<\/b> 
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                      Technical Skills<\/b> 
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                      • System integrations (APIs, middleware) 
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                        • Understanding of cloud architectures and enterprise systems 
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                          Architecture & Delivery<\/b> 
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                          • Experience designing enterprise or ERP solutions end\-to\-end 
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                            • Strong experience in solution architecture, integration design, and system lifecycle 
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                              • Ability to align technical solutions with business strategy 
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                                Soft Skills<\/b> 
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                                • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills 
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                                  • Strong problem\-solving and analytical thinking 
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                                    • Ability to balance business needs with technical feasibility 
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                                      Preferred Qualifications<\/b> 
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                                      • Knowledge of financial processes:  
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                                        • General Ledger, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Project Accounting 
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                                          • Strong understanding of accounting principles, compliance, and reporting 
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                                            • Prior experience as ERP\/Finance Architect or Techno\-Functional Consultant 
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                                              • Experience in large\-scale transformation or ERP implementation projects 
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                                                • Experience in government\/public sector financial systems 
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                                                    All professionals at RedMane are expected to possess these skills:
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                                                    • A strong ethical foundation, capable of thriving in an environment and culture where honesty, integrity, and accountability are core values.
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                                                    • A collaborative spirit, a team orientation, and a willingness and desire to contribute to the success of others.
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                                                      The position may involve periodic travel to client locations within the US.
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                                                      We Offer You<\/b>
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                                                      RedMane has an environment that offers challenging and interesting work. A place where you can have fun and express your talent and creativity. You will be working side by side with like\-minded peers in a non\-bureaucratic environment where sharing knowledge is the norm. Everyone at RedMane shares a passion for making a real difference for individuals, communities, and the world.   
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                                                      Additionally, we believe you should have fun and enjoy growing your career; we provide the supportive and empowering environment to make it happen. RedMane is very proud to offer employees professional and personal perks that include: 
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                                                      • A flexible work environment that includes hybridized locations and schedules (3 days in the office) with frequently catered lunches in the office.  
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                                                      • Market based compensation with a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short and long\-term disability insurance, etc. 
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                                                      • A culture that promotes and fosters career growth through professional training and mentoring. 
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                                                      • An employee wellness program that includes free access to professional fitness coaches, structured dietary\/nutrition plans, weekly Pilates classes in the office, and events that range from 5k's to triathlons. 
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                                                      • Opportunities to give back to the community through our RedMane Community Impact Team which organizes events like Feed My Starving Children, Toy Drives, and other charitable activities.
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                                                      • The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range. Decisions will be determined on a case\-by\-case basis. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $150,000\/year to $230,000\/year.<\/i>
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