Senior Business Analyst (ERP)

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Cloud Services & Business Analysis, you will work in partnership with internal teams to ensure maximum value out of Corporate Cloud Applications, concentrating on our ERP system (Workday). You will also be responsible for understanding the business requirements, and configuring, designing, and delivering best-fit solutions.

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package.

You will enjoy working with us if:

• You flourish in a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

• You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals, and work and learn in a diverse atmosphere – our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

• You have a strong business acumen, combined with the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and constructive manner.

• You value professionalism and understand the importance of handling sensitive/confidential situations delicately.

• You are an effective communicator with strong written and oral communication skills.

• You are Adaptable and resilient to respond to evolving priorities and timelines.

• You effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting the Finance team at AESO (recent implementation of Workday financials)

• Gathering business requirements for financial processes, financial reports, analytics, and dashboards

• Designing solutions, configuring, testing and supporting

• Leading initiatives and mentoring other SMEs

• Assisting with upgrades & bi-annual releases including analysis of impacts of new financial functionality, configuration, testing and implementation

• Acting as a mentor to fellow Cloud Application support team members.

What you’ll bring to us:

• Experience in the electricity / utilities industry is highly desirable.8+ years’ experience with ERP solutions.

• Strong preference for candidates with 5+ years functional experience with Workday finance modules.

• Certification in Workday Financials, Financial Reporting and Workday Adaptive Planning, PRISM Analytics experience is an asset.

• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.

• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements in the electrical utility sector.

• Experience and knowledge of change management principles and methodologies to ensure stakeholder buy-in.

Application deadline: February 26, 2025

If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

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As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 33 of the FOIP Act.