SAP Business Analyst - Halifax, Canada - Province of Nova Scotia

Province of Nova Scotia

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Department:
Public Works

Location:

HALIFAX

Type of Employment:
Term

Union Status:
NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date:3/27/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us:

Making the Province work is no small job.

Become part of the team today that helps to bridge the gap between the Department of Public Works SAP end users and the SAP service provider.

The Operational/Financial Management Information Systems (OFMIS) team is part of the backbone of Public Works.

As the OFMIS team, we provide training and hands-on support to the users of the SAP system; working to consistently analyze business issues and identify opportunities to implement improvements and support business enhancements for Public Works users.

SAP is an enterprise resource system which provides enhanced decision making, improved cost control, fosters empowerment of employees, and balances the Government's need for sound corporate financial management with the operational specific needs of individual lines of business.

About Our Opportunity:

As the SAP Business Analyst, you are responsible for analyzing business problems along with developing, implementing and monitoring system enhancements to improve functionality and maximize the effective use of the SAP software for your Public Works clients.

Primary Accountabilities:

You will support a decentralized environment where end-users of the SAP system are located in various offices and bases across the Province.

Using your sound communication and analytical skills you provide advice, assistance, and expertise in resolving functional problems.

You will design and develop user-friendly training material, as well as deliver this training across the Province for over 700 end-users.

You will liaise with Head Office and field offices in a support capacity and work closely with the Service Provider and SAP Service Management in the introduction of new modules, system upgrades and system enhancements by participating in UAT testing, developing training strategies and delivering training to the departments' stakeholders.

You will also manage and maintain master data for both the Inventory and Plant Maintenance modules.

Qualifications and Experience:

You have a bachelor's degree plus five (5) years of related experience with SAP. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. SAP Certification is a definite asset. A Degree in Commerce and/or a background in accounting is also an asset.

Occasional travel within the Province is a component of this position, as such, you must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable motor vehicle.

You are knowledgeable and experienced with training adults. You have direct experience with the various modules of SAP and considerable experience in FI, CO, MM and PM.

Experience with government accounting practices and business processes is desirable.

You are a self-starter and an innovative thinker who is solutions oriented. You analyze and present information in a clear and concise manner.

You have well developed planning and organizational skills, coupled with the ability to multi-task and adapt in this fast-paced environment with competing priorities and strict deadlines.

You exercise sound judgement and a high degree of professionalism when providing technical advice.

You communicate for maximum results, consistently maintain a courteous disposition, and hold a high standard for client and customer service.

You are a self-motivated individual who works both independently with mínimal supervision and participates fully as an effective team player.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency:

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered.

Related equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:

A related diploma and seven (7) years of related experience

Benefits:

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions:

Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.
May be required to work overtime on occasion.
Typically located in a comfortable office environment.
Much of the time is spent in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.
Regularly reads and interprets multiple sources of information, regular requirement to type, read and work on a computer.
May experience pressure with deadlines and need for accuracy.

Additional Information:

This opportunity is for a Term position with an anticipated end