Senior SAP Business Analyst (Program Admin Officer 4)

The Government of Nova Scotia•Halifax, NS

10d•CA$88,686 - CA$104,246•Onsite

About The Position

This role is within the SAP system, with a focus on Public Works and its related entities (Build Nova Scotia and Link Nova Scotia) supporting their strategic systems planning and implementation. In this role, you act as a strategic enabler of government-wide efficiency and modernization, with influence extending across all departments. You will analyze business challenges and develop, implement, and monitor system enhancements to improve functionality and maximize effective SAP utilization for your clients. The Operational/Financial Management Information Systems (OFMIS) team provides 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.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six (6) years of related SAP experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Strong technical expertise in SAP, including significant experience with the FI, CO, MM, and PM modules.
Demonstrated experience in system and module support, master and operational data, software testing, and reporting.
Clearly communicate complex concepts to support decision-making.
Apply business analysis skills to develop user-friendly documentation, map processes, and guide teams through change.
Experience delivering training to adult learners.
Strong attention to detail.
Well-developed planning and organizational skills that enable effective SAP training delivery and operational support of the team.
Self-motivated, solutions-oriented professional.
Communicates effectively.
Maintains a high standard of client service.
Works well both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Exercises sound judgment and demonstrate a high level of integrity, particularly when handling confidential information.
Can navigate ambiguity, analyze issues to determine root causes, and build consensus while fostering a positive team environment.
Analyzes and presents information clearly and professionally.
Manages multiple priorities, and meets deadlines.
Occasional travel within the Province required.
A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required.

Nice To Haves

SAP certification
Business Analyst certification
A background in accounting
Experience with government accounting practices and business processes

Responsibilities

Serve as the functional business expert and enterprise steward for SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) and Inventory (MM) modules.
Lead complex, multi-year technology enablement initiatives, including planning, resource management, implementation, and monitoring.
Balance the operational autonomy with government-wide SAP standards, financial controls, audit requirements, including the enablement of asset management, inventory control, and maintenance strategies.
Collaborate with stakeholders to design and develop comprehensive strategic business solutions for system functionality enhancements and/or business transformation solutions.
Lead testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex SAP-enabled business process issues that impact critical operational functions.
Develop and deliver SAP training (virtual and in-person), applying adult learning principles and creating training materials to enable appropriate system usage, business processes, and accurate financial and operational outcomes.
Promote adoption of technology-enabled processes to increase automation and efficiency.
Manage client, vendor, and team relationships to deliver services within an established service management framework.
Liaise with the external SAP Service Provider, the SAP Service Management team, Public Works (head office and field offices), and other government departments to support operations, enhancements, and issue resolution.
Support new SAP module implementations and system upgrades, including UAT participation and training development/delivery.
Administer SAP access and role assignments through governance and risk controls to ensure appropriate system access based on job function.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health
Dental
Life Insurance
General illness
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
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