Senior Business Analyst (Western Cape) needed at PEP

Description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To ensure that PEP finance systems and business processes incorporate industry standards and best (fit for purpose) practices; and to provide business process and technology support to users. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proposed new developments and changes to business processes and technology
• Documentation of business processes alongside functional  and technical specifications
• Testing and providing implementation support
• Change management and User training 
• System consulting /  User support 
• Project management 

Requirements

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS

• Finance/ Commercial related degree with analytical/commercial subjects 
• Minimum 5 years systems / business analyst experience, preferably in a retail / financial environment
• A strong understanding of accounting practices including financial reconciliations, depreciation and stock accounting.
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP software processes
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Above average computer literacy – Google Workspace, MS Project, Excel, Word, MS Access, Visio
• Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including:
• Change Impact Management 
• Testing Methodologies 
• Experience in working on large complex projects with cross functional teams as the Lead Business Analyst.
• Knowledge and experience in Agile methodologies (scrum) and work practice 
• Experience in using a business process management software (i.e. Jira, Confluence, etc.) 
• Experience in managing and developing junior Business Analysts 

The following will be an advantage: 

• Any additional qualification(s) with regards to Information Systems or Finance
• SAP Certification
• Business Analysis Certification/Diploma        
• Project Management experience 
• Experience within IT Service Management and Defect Management
• Competencies: Performing Under Pressure; Presenting; Results-oriented; Structuring; Cooperation; Organisational sensitivity; Flexibility; Analysing and forming opinions