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# Business ERP Analyst

- **Company:** i Jobs
- **Location:** Stafford, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £42,203.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Software Bug Management, Business Systems, Data Integration, Data Mapping, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Data Streaming, System Testing, Systems Integration, Integration Tests, Tools for Reporting
- **Published:** September 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=515e797e3aefad74

## About the Role

* Proven experience working as a Business Analyst, Systems Analyst, ERP Systems Officer or in a similar systems-focused role.
 * Strong experience supporting HR and Payroll systems, ERP implementations or related business transformation projects.
 * Demonstrable experience progressing reporting requirements and system integrations, particularly within HR and Payroll environments.
 * Strong business analysis skills, including requirements gathering, analysis, documentation and validation.
 * Experience analysing business processes and translating requirements into practical system solutions.
 * Understanding of system integrations, data flows, interfaces and data mapping.
 * Experience supporting system testing, UAT, defect management and implementation activities.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate complex system and data issues.
 * Ability to work effectively with technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
 * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical or system-related information clearly.
 * Excellent attention to detail, particularly when working with payroll, employee and other sensitive data.
 * Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
 * Ability to produce accurate reports, process documentation and business analysis outputs.
 * Good understanding of data protection, confidentiality and information governance.
 * Proficient IT skills and confidence working with business systems, reporting tools and data.
 * Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider project or delivery team.
 * Experience within a local authority or public sector environment is desirable., * Business Analyst: 2 years (required)
 * Systems Analyst: 2 years (required)
 * ERP systems: 2 years (required)
 * HR and Payroll systems: 2 years (required)
 * ERP implementations: 2 years (required)
 * HR/Payroll system integrations: 2 years (required)
 * data flows and data mapping: 2 years (required)
 * system testing: 2 years (required)
 * UAT, defect management and implementation: 2 years (required)

## Description

* Support the delivery and development of ERP systems and processes, with a particular focus on the HR and Payroll workstream.
 * Analyse business requirements and translate them into effective system, process and reporting solutions.
 * Progress reporting requirements and integrations across HR and Payroll systems, ensuring accurate and reliable data flows.
 * Gather, document and validate business, functional, data and system requirements with key stakeholders.
 * Analyse existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement, automation and greater system efficiency.
 * Support the design, development, testing and implementation of ERP system changes and integrations.
 * Work with technical teams, HR, Payroll and business stakeholders to resolve system, data and integration issues.
 * Develop and maintain process maps, requirements documentation, data mappings, user stories and acceptance criteria where required.
 * Support system and integration testing, including test scenarios, defect identification, resolution and validation.
 * Investigate data discrepancies and reporting issues, ensuring information is accurate, complete and fit for purpose.
 * Produce clear reports, analysis and documentation to support project decisions and business requirements.
 * Monitor progress against agreed requirements, deliverables and timescales, escalating risks or issues appropriately.
 * Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with Council policies, data protection and information governance requirements.
 * Contribute to continuous improvement and successful delivery of ERP, HR and Payroll transformation initiatives.