DFA ERP ANALYST

Date: Nov 1, 2022

Req ID: 14740

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DEPT OF FINANCE AND ADMIN

Anticipated Starting Salary: 57,755

Position Number: 44061009
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: Continuous
Anticipated Starting Salary: 57,755
Office of Information Services

Preferred Qualifications:

The position will be a part of the AASIS Service Center supporting the State of Arkansas' Enterprise Resource and Planning system. Two (2) years’ experience with SAP or another application dealing with Finance, Budget, HR, and/or Procurement is preferred. Ability to research new technology & propose the implementation where feasible to analyze, interpret and improve state business processes. Well versed in current versions of Microsoft products including word, excel, access, power-point, visio, and outlook. Ability to work multiple work items to targeted completion dates. Ability to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of IT systems and controls, identify problems, and devise corrective actions within the system to satisfy agency and state needs.

Position Specific:

The position will require some extended work hours. We are a service center and therefore the system must be up when our customers are present. This can require holidays, after hours, and weekend work at times.

The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.

Position Information

Class Code: D033C

Grade: IT06

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $57,755.00 - $83,745.00

Summary

The DFA Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Analyst is responsible for developing and maintaining the state's enterprise resource planning (ERP) system; reviewing, analyzing, and developing business processes; and customizing and configuring workflow to allow the integration of client/server applications, security authorization concept analysis, testing and implementing internal controls required by accepted financial and personnel management practices, and documentation of all processes and changes within accepted standards of information systems development. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Customizes and configures the state's ERP system and upgrades and updates third party add-on software. Evaluates, establishes, and coordinates testing, quality assurance, and risk analysis activities to ensure the integrity of the state's ERP system. Reviews and analyzes business processes to accommodate changes in budgetary, personnel, and financial legislative or regulatory requirements. Addresses changes to the system with other business teams. Assesses the potential impact of proposals in light of current and projected operations. Provides technical assistance to end users by analyzing and resolving system-related problems. Advises the ERP group leader on short term goals and long term strategic planning. Serves in a leadership capacity for special projects and as mentor for junior ERP analysts. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Occasional out of state travel, on-call duty, and extended work hours during critical periods are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal laws, policies, and procedures related to assigned business segment. Knowledge of the operations of personal computers and the functions of the software used. Ability to analyze data and system configuration and customization. Ability to read, comprehend, and assimilate technical system documentation. Ability to plan and accomplish short and long range project goals. Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations to internal and external groups. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Ability to educate and mentor others in the concepts, procedures, and methodologies relevant to the ERP system. Ability to lead small teams to accomplish a specific task or goal.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in mathematics, computer science, information technology, or related area; plus three years of experience in mathematics, computer science, information technology, ERP, or related area. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

This advertisement is for multiple openings. Applications submitted will be considered for all openings associated to the advertisement, but will not be accepted in lieu of applying for other advertisements on the ARCareers website.

This is a continuous advertisement. Applications two months or older will require to be updated or re-submitted to continue being considered for future openings.

ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination.

Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at (888) 897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify.