Project Business Analyst

Job Title: Project Analyst III Work Location: 21 Lynn Morse Drive, Painted Post, NY 14870 Schedule: Hybrid (50–75% Onsite), Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Position Overview The Project Analyst III will support Corning Shared Services on the OneStream Implementation project, with primary responsibility for data reconciliation and validation across multiple financial systems. The role may also support additional projects based on the portfolio and business needs. This position requires strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving project environment. Key Responsibilities OneStream Data Reconciliation & Validation • Perform detailed data reconciliations between SAP, PeopleSoft, and Central Finance systems. • Reconcile data at account, entity, product, and department levels in both functional currency and USD. • Utilize Excel and PDF outputs to perform, document, and validate reconciliations. • Maintain organized documentation in SharePoint Online for easy access and audit readiness. Project Support & Collaboration • Support the OneStream Implementation team during the Data Reconciliation phase (2–3 months anticipated). • Provide analytical support for additional Shared Service or Finance-related projects as assigned. • Assist with identifying issues, investigating root causes, and communicating findings to project leaders. • Contribute to process improvement recommendations and risk escalation when necessary. • Maintain strong communication with cross-functional teams including Finance, IT, HR, and Procurement. Required Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree required. • Minimum of 3+ years supporting Finance or Shared Services projects. Required Skills & Competencies • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, comparisons), Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project. • Strong accounting foundation with ability to interpret financial data. • Experience with SAP and/or PeopleSoft financial systems. • Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail. • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines. • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. • Self-starter with proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. • Strong follow-through and ability to manage multiple priorities. • Customer-focused with commitment to supporting internal stakeholders. Desired Skills • Experience with Shared Services deployments or integration projects. • Understanding of shared service processes (Finance, HR, Procurement, etc.). • Familiarity with Corning-specific standards, tools, and frameworks. • Experience identifying process improvements and risk mitigation strategies. Soft Skills • Strong communication skills (written and verbal). • Collaborative and team-oriented approach. • Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems/processes. • Able to work effectively across diverse teams and organizational levels. • High initiative, ambition, and proactive problem-solving mindset. • Ability to assist others through periods of change.