Assistant Business Operations

Sikich is seeking a Business Operations - Assistant with 1-3 years of related experience. The ideal candidate should have a broad knowledge of Business Administration, Operations, and Project Management.

Sikich ( www.sikich.com ) is a global company specializing in technology enabled-professional services. Sikich draws on a diverse portfolio of technology solutions to deliver transformative digital strategies and ranks as one of the largest CPA firms in the United States. Our dynamic environment attracts top-notch employees who enjoy being at the cutting edge and seeing every day how their work makes a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather contract information and accurately enter key contract data points into Sikich’s Project Management system (Oracle) to enable accurate client billing and revenue recognition.
• Assist in processing contract updates (i.e. change orders) and resolving client billing issues in conjunction with Billing team.
• Performs administrative updates within the Project Management system, as directed.
• Assist in running reports to audit inputs, validate information.
• Manage issues via a centralized ticketing board.
• Create/Update numerous reports within Excel for analysis.
• Other special projects as needed.
• Reports to Manager, within the Finance organization. Frequent interactions/coordination with business leaders, Finance/Accounting, and Legal functions in the business.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in a Professional Services industry/environment.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, familiar with operating in cloud-based software throughout the day.
• Organized and highly detail oriented.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Experience with Oracle ERP or similar cloud-based projects and financial management tool is preferred.
• Analytical thinker to identify and recommend opportunities for further future improvements to internal processes.
• Ability to work in a team environment, share responsibilities, and collaborate.