Job Senior Business Analyst, Sydney

Lead the analysis and documentation of business and technical requirements to support Finance and Procurement processes in an ERP transformation. Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams throughout the full project lifecycle, including testing, data migration, and change management, to ensure successful delivery and adoption.

Client Details

This organisation operates within the public sector and is recognised for its commitment to innovation and technological advancement. As a medium-sized entity, it focuses on delivering impactful projects that benefit the broader community.

Description

• Lead the gathering, analysis, documentation, and validation of both business and technical requirements within Finance and Procurement domains.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to map and define current and future state processes.
• Translate business needs into detailed, actionable functional requirements, including user stories and solution designs.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and collaborative sessions with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Work closely with systems integrators and software vendors to ensure alignment between business requirements and system capabilities.
• Support the entire project lifecycle, from initial requirements gathering through implementation and post-deployment support.
• Assist in developing test scenarios, planning and executing tests, and managing defect resolution alongside testing teams.
• Contribute to change impact analysis and assist with stakeholder communication and training activities.
• Maintain a disciplined approach to ensure full traceability of requirements throughout design, build, testing, and deployment phases.
• Apply expertise in business process improvement, continuous improvement, and digital finance methodologies.
• Support key data migration activities, including data mapping, validation, reconciliation, and defect resolution in partnership with technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Contribute to wider project deliverables such as data transformation, change management, training development, and knowledge transfer to business-as-usual teams.

Profile

A successful Senior Business Analyst should have:

• Over 15 years of combined Finance Manager and Business Analyst experience, specialising in ERP implementation projects focused on Finance and Procurement functions.
• Deep expertise in Finance processes such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Budgeting, and Forecasting, as well as Procurement processes including Procure-to-Pay, vendor management, and sourcing.
• Proven experience working with ERP platforms like SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or comparable systems
• Skilled at collaborating effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, including technical teams, business users, and external vendors.
• Experienced in managing end-to-end project delivery encompassing design, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support (hypercare).
• Strong communication, facilitation, and documentation capabilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiar with Agile, Lean, and Waterfall project methodologies.
• Hands-on experience supporting data migration efforts, including legacy system integration, data cleansing, and validation.
• Proficient in data analysis, summarising insights, drawing conclusions, and presenting findings clearly.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and diverse stakeholder needs in fast-paced environments.
• Experienced in facilitating Agile ceremonies and retrospectives.
• Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence and a positive, results-driven mindset.

Key Internal Relationships
*Finance
*Procurement
*ERP Program Team
*Interfacing project teams
*Sponsor and business SMEs Key External Relationships
*Systems Integrator
*Product Platform Vendor
*Consultants and specialist advisors
*Technology advisory service providers

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate of approximately AUD 1000 - 1200.
• Temporary role with flexibility and potential for extension.
• Centrally located in Sydney, providing easy access to public transport and amenities.
• A collaborative environment that values expertise and innovation.

If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge as a Senior Business Analyst in Sydney, we encourage you to apply today!