Senior Business Analyst

  • iKapa
  • Razia Samson Consulting
POSITION: Senior Business Analyst (C5) DEPARTMENT: Finance PURPOSE OF THE POSITION To ensure that our 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 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