Systems & Reporting Manager Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the systems & reporting manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for end user reporting support for corporate practice areas such as HR (primary), as well as Financial and Learning Management System (secondary).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience of effectively leading and managing a team
• A broad understanding of basic accounting principles and finance concepts (accountancy qualification desirable)
• Previous experience working in (or closely with) a commercial finance function
• A self-starter with experience of creating insightful MI/BI reports
• Experience of overcoming imperfect/incomplete data to deliver robust system reporting
• A recognised Project Management qualification (such as PMP or PRINCE2) would be desirable
• Working experience of SAP and Hyperion advantageous
• Demonstrated competence to effectively utilize PeopleSoft Public Sector modules, including G.L, A.P., P.O

I would like to submit my application for the systems & reporting manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for end user support to users of financial system throughout Dartmouth College, including issue resolution, and improvements in how systems are understood and utilized.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Ensure the appropriate application links are in place between the GL and Essbase
• Key member of the ERP team, including Data Warehouse and other Reporting Tools project teams
• Project Leader for TM1 Redesign project being worked with a third party company
• TM1 security model administration
• Cube and dimension design and maintenance
• Turbo Integrator (TI) process building and maintenance
• Rule writing, knowledge of efficient feeding methods
• TM1 websheet design and publishing skills

I would like to submit my application for the systems & reporting manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for end user support for questions and issues related to the financial Essbase cubes, working closely with IT regarding server maintenance issues, including planned and unplanned outages, system patches and upgrades, restoration of databases from backup files, etc.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Quantitative background with solid analytical skills
• Extensive skill and experience with PC spreadsheets and database software
• Significant experience in computerized information systems within the UMass system
• Working knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC regulatory requirements and/or extensive experience in supporting fraud prevention and detection
• Experience in large-scale system implementations, enhancements and conversions
• Experience in a business or administrative office within a complex University system
• Experience with MotioCI testing and versioning for quality control
• Experience with Cognos Framework Manager for relational models

I am excited to be applying for the position of systems & reporting manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for end-user support via phone, email, web-based tools and in-person on use of IT systems including workstations, office productivity software and network access.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Demonstrated success tuning Oracle relational database for query
• Experience with JavaScript and Cognos prompt API
• Experience with data warehouse design and with Kimball-style design​ for ETL processes
• Manage, monitor and maintain the Hyperion Essbase global financial reporting application
• Assist in the design & development of data interfaces between Essbase and other systems
• Manage the weekly and monthly data load into Essbase and systems that interface with Essbase
• Manage hierarchical, security, training and calculation script updates due to acquisitions, organizational changes, international expansion, and new reporting requirements
• Prepare and maintain various Essbase data loading templates for loading forecast and budget

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the systems & reporting manager position.

Previously, I was responsible for project management support for ERP projects, to include planning, system analysis, design, programming, testing, implementation, system review, follow-up, user support, user acceptance, and closure for team.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Log file troubleshooting, error corrections
• Report development experience in a major ERP environment (Oracle)
• Expert Excel skills (Pivot tables, Lookup functions, Conditional statements) essential
• Advanced Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Experience with Tableau or other Business Intelligence tools advantageous
• Solid Finance & Accounting understanding
• Understands the importance of continuous and effective communication
• Able to proactively engage with a range of stakeholders (including Executives) in a meaningful way