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Due to an internal promotion within the team, the West Midlands Combined Authority is looking for an ERP Systems Analyst to play a key role in supporting the implementation, operation and continuous improvement of our Business World Enterprise Resource Planning system. This is an exciting permanent opportunity to join the Finance and Financial Management team, helping ensure our ERP platform runs smoothly, securely and effectively across the organisation.
Job Responsibility
Support the implementation and efficient running of the Business World ERP solution
Help maintain smooth system operation, integrity and security
Work with Finance, HR, Procurement, Technology and Insight, Project Support Services and wider teams to identify and implement system improvements
Support the installation and configuration of the ERP software-as-a-service system
Lead assigned project activities in line with milestones, deadlines and agreed timescales
Provide progress updates to stakeholders and assurance that projects or change requests remain on track
Document end-user and system team processes, creating clear user guides and procedural documentation
Deliver user training to ensure staff can use ERP systems effectively and consistently
Co-ordinate monthly user acceptance testing for hotfixes and updates, taking remedial action where issues arise
Investigate and resolve system incidents, identifying root causes and practical solutions
Research best practice and implement improvements to keep WMCA practices aligned with market standards
Support process improvement, business process re-engineering and system reconciliation activity
Represent WMCA professionally and work flexibly to meet the needs of the Finance function
Requirements
A suitable level of experience in a similar function or systems-focused role
Experience writing procedural documentation for application support, testing and training
Experience contributing to the leadership of change and supporting others to overcome difficulties
Strong knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Unit4 Business World/Agresso
Strong facilitation, analytical and design skills, with a problem-solving approach
Ability to prioritise and organise support activity while delivering multiple tasks
Personable and confident, with excellent communication skills
Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently
Experience supporting system design, delivery, testing and training in system changes
Nice to have
Experience of business process improvement, system reconciliation or process re-engineering
Knowledge of best practice Finance, Project and Procurement service delivery
What we offer
Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
EV car benefit scheme
Healthcare plans
Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more
Costco membership through the WMCA
Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts
Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses