Developer IV at Wheels in Des Plaines, Illinois

Job Description:

Job Description:




JOB OVERVIEW



The Developer IV will be responsible for leading the technical efforts in the design, development, support, and implementation of quality application systems to achieve the business goals set forth by Wheels. Provide recommendations for application and system improvements. Analyze and troubleshoot software problems and provide alternative solutions to address those problems.


We seek a Financial Systems Developer to build, enhance, and maintain accounting and financial management systems. The ideal candidate will have software development skills combined with a basic understanding of financial processes, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR).



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prioritize, assign, coordinate, and review work activities of Cobol / RPG programming personnel to ensure business needs and goals are met.


• Participate in scrum project activities with Web Development teams(s).


• Works with business users to understand business requirements, issues and business processes.


• Develop, test, maintain and support business application programs to meet the requirements of the business while adhering to departmental standards.


• Perform quality assurance testing for all programs, created or modified, plus any other applications affected.


• Analyzes production applications to isolate problems or determine more efficient methods.


• Researches and implements problem resolutions in a timely and effective manner.


• Maintains current knowledge of standard languages and coding methods. Suggests enhancements to departmental standards as needed.


• Other Duties:
  
  
  • Acts as a technical team leader on projects, coordinating application development / modification efforts from design through implementation.
  
  
  • Documents technical requirements and creates technical designs for self and others based on business requirements.
  
  
  • Ensure the quality of software implemented by the team meets the quality standards of Wheels.
  
  
  • Provide project and system documentation per department standards.
  
  
  • Instruct, coach and mentor other team members to meet business goals and expected deliverables.
  
  
  • Responds to on-call emergencies pertaining to recent application/module enhancements as needed.
  
  
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  
  • Develop and maintain software solutions for billing, payments, and financial reconciliation
  
  
  • Work on API integrations with banking services, tax compliance platforms, and ERP solutions
  
  
  • Familiarity with accounting principles (GL, AP, AR, accruals, financial statements)
  
  
  • Being a Certified Public Accountant is a plus
  
  
  
  

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position has no leadership responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES - SKILLS

• Remain customer focused by creating useful internal and external collaborative relationships.


• Demonstrate problem-solving and resourcefulness by obtaining results through decisive action.


• Work independently in an organized and structured manner, consistently achieving thoroughness and accuracy while successfully juggling competing priorities.


• Establish cross-cultural capability through a responsive commitment to global perspective and organizational goals and objectives.


• Effectively manage time for self and team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BS/BA in Computer science, Business Information Systems, or Business Administration with a computer-related minor or commensurate professional experience.


• Minimum 10 years' experience in a professional environment with significant emphasis on application development / data management.


• Excellent communication (verbal, written) and project management skills, strong analytical thought process with proven programming skills in Cobol or RPG and an aptitude to learn quickly.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT




Work Environment: This position is in Georgia or Illinois and operates in a professional office environment.

Position Type/Standard Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday.

Travel: No travel expected for this position.

Physical Demands: The level and duration of physical exertion generally required to perform critical tasks in support of critical job functions, for example - sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling.



DISCLAIMER



Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.



Our Benefits

Wheels recognizes benefits are a significant part of your employee experience, and we've created a robust benefits package that is market-leading, competitive offerings so you and your family can receive outstanding care. Please click here for an overview of the benefits available to you and your family.


Pay Range:
$113,400-$158,800
The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan which is based on company performance and individual performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience, education, certifications, skill level and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.




EEO Statement



Wheels is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employment is contingent on successful completion of drug and background screening.


Wheels is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or domestic partnership status, disability, protected veteran status or military status, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law. Wheels is committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment and advancement of minorities, women, persons with disabilities and protected veterans. Apply Now