ERP Business Process Analyst

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework: 1 day/week

Job summary

NOVA is seeking an ERP Business Process Analyst to support PeopleSoft Financials in an on-prem environment. You will analyze, document, configure, test, and improve financial business processes while collaborating with business units, VCCS offices, and technical teams.

Responsibilities include translating business needs into system configurations, aiding reporting, and ensuring data quality across finance processes. Telework options exist up to one day per week.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and solve problems in computer software set-ups.
• Ability to utilize technology to support the delivery of services.
• Ability to enter data in computer tables, and identify and resolve data conflicts.
• Ability to direct the work of others involved in setting-up enterprise software applications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain policy implications of software documentation and set-up.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of People Tools, Application Designer, nVision, Crystal Reports and SQL desired.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with AIS users and stakeholders.
• Ability to respond to student, faculty, and staff phone calls to the IT Help Desk on People Soft issues.
• Ability to read and interpret print tables, spreadsheets, and lengthy lists of data.
• Functionally knowledgeable regarding PS financials processes and procedures (AIS).
• Ability to work as a member of the CIS team and to collaborate closely with other application support analysts and programmers and NVCC staff.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with little supervision.
• Knowledge of college business processes as they’re enabled by the People Soft financials system.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, document, and evaluate PeopleSoft Financials, eVA, Cardinal and small purchase charge cards and related integration processes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned financial business processes, translating business needs into system configuration and enhancement requirements.
• Help generate business requirements for reporting to support budget and student financials activities, and modify existing Peoplesoft reports to users specifications.
• Identify gaps between delivered PeopleSoft functionality and operational requirements; recommend process or system improvements.
• Develop functional specifications and assist with system configuration, enhancements, and upgrades in partnership with VCCS and technical teams.
• Participate in testing activities including unit testing, system testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to review policy implications related to system configuration and business process design.
• Prepare and maintain user documentation, business process documentation, and training materials.
• Provide second-level application support by researching, diagnosing, and resolving ERP Finance-related issues escalated from the Help Desk.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to ERP modernization, process standardization, and data quality.

Skills

PeopleTools

Application Designer

nVision

Crystal Reports

SQL

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Data analysis

Tools

PeopleTools

Application Designer

nVision

Crystal Reports

SQL

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working Title ERP Business Process Analyst Role Title Info Technology Specialist II Role Code 39112-FP FLSA Exempt Pay Band 05 Position Number 28000823 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-VP of College Computing Work Location Fairfax County - 059 Hiring Range $95,000 - $105,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 2-Professionals Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule This position is eligible for 1 day of telework at most

General Description

Sensitive Position No Job Description The ERP Business Process Analyst supports the PeopleSoft Financials environment and related integrations by serving as a liaison between business units, VCCS system offices, and technical teams. This role is responsible for analyzing, documenting, configuring, testing, and improving financial business processes within the Peoplesoft Financials on-prem environment.

Duties And Tasks

• Analyze, document, and evaluate PeopleSoft Financials, eVA, Cardinal and small purchase charge cards and related integration processes to ensure alignment with business needs, compliance requirements, and system capabilities
• Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned financial business processes, translating business needs into system configuration and enhancement requirements
• Help generate business requirements for reporting to support budget and student financials activities, as well as modify existing Peoplesoft reports to users specifications.
• Identify gaps between delivered PeopleSoft functionality and operational requirements; recommend process or system improvements
• Develop functional specifications and assist with system configuration, enhancements, and upgrades in partnership with VCCS and technical teams
• Participate in testing activities including unit testing, system testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to review policy implications related to system configuration and business process design
• Prepare and maintain user documentation, business process documentation, and training materials
• Provide second-level application support by researching, diagnosing, and resolving ERP Finance-related issues escalated from the Help Desk
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to ERP modernization, process standardization, and data quality

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Required KSAs:

• Ability to analyze and solve problems in computer software set-ups.
• Ability to utilize technology to support the delivery of services.
• Ability to enter data in computer tables, and identify and resolve data conflicts.
• Ability to direct the work of others involved in setting-up enterprise software applications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain policy implications of software documentation and set-up.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to make decisions and work independently.
• Knowledge of People Tools, Application Designer, nVision, Crystal Reports and SQL desired.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with AIS users and stakeholders.
• Ability to respond to student, faculty, and staff phone calls to the IT Help Desk on People Soft issues.
• Ability to read and interpret print tables, spreadsheets, and lengthy lists of data.
• Functionally knowledgeable regarding PS financials processes and procedures (AIS).
• Ability to work as a member of the CIS team and to collaborate closely with other application support analysts and programmers and NVCC staff.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with little supervision.
• Knowledge of college business processes as they’re enabled by the People Soft financials system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in providing production support to end-users on any of the following Peoplesoft modules: Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Budget/Commitment Control, Procurement, Asset Management, Cash Management/Deposit, Non-AP Disbursements.
• Experience conducting business process analysis, requirements gathering, and functional testing
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Additional Considerations

• Experience with cloud migrations, cloud ERP, or cloud accounting or business management solutions
• Experience in Higher Education
• Formal training or certifications related to ERP Financials, business analysis, or enterprise systems
• Experience with nVision, Workday Adaptive, or
• Progressive experience supporting functional users in an enterprise application environment

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel n/a

About the Employer

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit www.nvcc.edu.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports

Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

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