Business Analyst - Finance - #310638

As Council Business Analysts, we deliver comprehensive solutions that involve people, processes, and technology. Our role encompasses conducting business analysis, offering project support, and delivering training for assigned projects.

The Business Analyst – Finance will focus on configuring finance systems, serving as a key contributor to the systems replacement project. This role involves analysing financial system requirements, configuring new financial systems, and ensuring alignment with organisational needs.

This role is fixed term for 18 months.

You’ll recognise the importance of the role as a Treaty partner and understand how that underpins Gisborne District Council’s work.

Duties include

• Work closely with the finance department to understand their system requirements and translate them into design specifications.
• Configure and customise financial systems to align with organisational processes and reporting needs.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of tasks.
• Conduct functional and facilitate user acceptance testing to ensure configuration meets quality standards and design requirements.
• Provide training and support to project and finance team members on the new system functionalities, both during the project and for a period of time once the system is live.
• Ensure staff training is planned, documented, and delivered effectively as part of all projects.

Skills and experience required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficient in data analysis and financial modelling.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with IT, finance teams and external consultants.
• At least five years practical, post qualification experience in accounting and systems roles.

Benefits

• Flexible on start and finish times
• Hybrid working (home and work)
• Relocation assistance
• Field and office-based position with flexibility to determine daily activities
• Work with a great team and enjoy regular, lively social events!
• Access to reduced health insurance premiums for you and your family through Southern Cross
• Free eye exams
• Access to free independent counselling and support services for you and your family

About the company

Here at Gisborne District Council, we pull our values from the community we serve. It makes sense then that we are enthusiastic about culture in our workplace. Family and inclusivity are deep seated in our ethos. With Treaty partnership front of mind, we’re serious about building a workforce that enhances our commitment to deliver.

We work hard together to make our people proud, and our whanau are why we are so passionate about what we do for the community.

How to apply

Click APPLY or call Nicola Starck Business Solutions Team Leader on 06 8672049 for further information.

Please note we will review and process applications as they come through; we encourage your early application.