ERP Data Analyst

Job Description

Key responsibilities
Identify and document key data sources across HR and Finance globally, mapping them to ERP requirements.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define high-level data cleansing and transformation rules.
Conduct an initial assessment of data quality, highlighting risks and gaps.
Coordinate with HR and Finance teams to validate assumptions using preliminary data samples.
Provide inputs to the overall project plan, defining data-related timelines, risks, and resource needs.

Skills, Experience, and Knowledge
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
Skills:
• Strong data analysis and mapping capabilities, particularly in HR and Finance domains.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex data landscapes and identify risks proactively.
• Organisational skills to coordinate data activities across distributed teams.

Experience:
• Proven experience in data lead roles within ERP projects, preferably SAP or Workday based implementations.
• Track record of working on complex, multi-country projects with diverse system landscapes.
• Experience collaborating with System Integrators (SI) during project discovery and data strategy phases.

Knowledge:
• Deep understanding of data requirements for HR and Finance processes in ERP contexts.
• Familiarity with data governance, data quality assessment, and cleansing best practices.
• Knowledge of global data compliance standards and regulations.

Evaluation Criteria
When reviewing CVs, the following attributes will be critical:
• Evidence of similar ERP data lead roles in previous projects.
• Clear articulation of problem-solving approaches for complex data issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work with geographically dispersed teams and systems.
• Relevant technical and project management certifications (e.g., Prince2, PMP, data governance).