ERP Business Analyst/Consultant

We are looking for an experienced ERP Business Analyst/Consultant to support financial systems and serve as a key connection point between business stakeholders and technical teams in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment while helping finance operations run smoothly across banking, receivables, reporting, and enterprise applications. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, hands-on ERP knowledge, and the ability to translate operational needs into practical system solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with finance leaders, end users, and IT professionals to align system capabilities with operational and reporting needs.
• Provide functional support for financial processes related to banking, accounts receivable, and associated enterprise applications.
• Investigate application issues, identify root causes, and coordinate timely resolution with technical and business teams.
• Review data flows and system connections between PeopleSoft and other platforms to maintain reliable integrations.
• Assist with application setup, validation, testing activities, and improvements to existing ERP functionality.
• Update and refine current reports, queries, and dashboards to address changing business priorities without unnecessary new development.
• Capture business needs, process maps, and system documentation to support enhancements and ongoing operations.
• Recommend workflow improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen accuracy, and support better user experience.
• Contribute business analysis and coordination support for finance-related activities connected to the Workday implementation.
• Use tools such as ServiceNow, Cognos, and related reporting technologies to support incidents, requests, and analytical needs.
• At least 5 years of experience in a business systems analysis, business analysis, or similar consulting role.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective liaison between functional stakeholders and IT delivery teams.
• Strong experience supporting ERP or enterprise financial systems, including hands-on exposure to PeopleSoft.
• Background in troubleshooting application issues, analyzing integrations, and supporting system enhancements.
• Ability to gather requirements, document workflows, and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with reporting and analytics tools such as Cognos, Business Intelligence platforms, or Microsoft Power BI.
• Experience with Workday, especially in finance-related environments, is strongly preferred.
• Public sector experience and knowledge of service management tools such as ServiceNow are advantageous.