Senior Erp Data Analyst

Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

Overview:

Woolpert is hiring a fully remote

Senior ERP Data Analyst

to join our Corporate Applications team and lead enterprise-wide data migration initiatives. As a key contributor, you will own the design, development, and execution of data migration activities that are critical to integrating newly acquired companies into our Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) and Customer Engagement (CE) ERP systems. This role ensures data quality, integrity, and alignment with business requirements across global operations. The position operates during working hours of 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, offering flexibility to work from anywhere while driving strategic outcomes in a dynamic enterprise environment.


Responsibilities:

Data Ownership & Validation

Analyze legacy data structures and reconcile discrepancies to ensure readiness for migration. Define and document business requirements for data transformation and validation. Validate mappings across legal entities and business units to ensure consistency and compliance.

M&A Integration Leadership

Act as a key contributor throughout the M&A lifecycle--discovery, solution design, migration, and post-integration support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data strategies with business goals and operational realities.

Functional-Technical Translation

Translate business needs into technical specifications and actionable data migration plans. Facilitate collaboration between ERP, analytics, and business teams to ensure seamless integration.

ERP Migration Execution

Lead data migration from legacy ERP systems into Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O and CE. Integrate with Dayforce and other platforms to ensure continuity across HR, finance, and operations. Develop and execute test plans to verify data integrity and resolve anomalies.

Mapping & Documentation

Partner with Data Analytics and ERP migration teams to define source-to-target mappings. Maintain detailed documentation of mapping logic, transformation rules, and test results for auditability and scalability.

Stakeholder Enablement

Support acquisition teams with training, documentation, and adoption strategies. Ensure smooth onboarding and operational readiness across technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will also be considered. 10+ years of industry experience, ideally within enterprise environments (AEG preferred). Proven experience as an ERP Analyst or in a similar role, with at least 8+ years of hands-on experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics (D365FO/CE preferred)

Required Technical Skills



Candidates with 5+ years of experience in data migration projects and ERP data migration are preferred. Proven experience in ERP data migration, preferably with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O/CE. Strong understanding of data structures, reconciliation techniques, and cross-system integration. Experience supporting M&A initiatives and working across legal entities. Proficiency in SQL, data mapping, and test plan development. Experience with data migration processes, including extraction, transformation, and loading of data. Familiarity with SQL and data analysis tools for reporting purposes. Familiarity with the underlying technologies and infrastructure of the ERP system. Knowledge of database concepts and experience with database management systems used by the ERP system. Ability to integrate the ERP system with other enterprise systems and third-party applications. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic outcomes. Excellent problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail. Ability to analyse complex business problems, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions. Must have experience analysing cross-application dependencies - for instance, understanding how requests would affect Dayforce, CE, existing integrations, etc. Demonstrated success in completing projects as a team member, with solid business process knowledge in data migration, governance, and related focus areas.

About Woolpert



Woolpert is committed to a vision to become the premier architecture, engineering and geospatial (AEG) firm, and one of the best companies in the world. It's a vision we've been fine-tuning for decades. It guides our decisions and investments, provides our clients with optimal solutions, and offers our employees unrivalled opportunities. Woolpert is recognized as a Great Place to Work by its employees with more than a century of experience, with over 2,000 employees and 30 offices worldwide.

For more information, visit woolpert.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

Our vision:

http://woolpert.com/about-us/

Beware of fraud agents! do not pay money to get a job

MNCJobs.co.za will not be responsible for any payment made to a third-party. All Terms of Use are applicable.


Related Jobs

Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1508369
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned