IT Systems and Application Analyst
Job Description:
Responsibilities
The role will include but is not limited to:
- Analyse, maintain, and support enterprise applications, including ERP, CRM, HR systems, and other business-critical tools.
- Collaborate with users and stakeholders to gather and document system requirements and translate them into functional specifications.
- Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate resolutions with internal teams or external vendors.
- Conduct system upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes with minimal disruption to business operations.
- Develop and maintain documentation related to systems, processes, and procedures.
- Assist in the implementation and rollout of new applications and systems, including testing, training, and support.
- Support data integrity, data migration, and integration between systems using APIs, ETL tools, or scripting.
- Ensure applications meet compliance, security, and performance standards.
- Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated helpdesk issues related to enterprise systems and applications.
- Provide day-to-day systems support and issue resolution.
- Configure appropriate system access to optimize controls.
- Manage and support project teams to implement new systems and update existing ones.
- Test internal processes and procedures.
- Deliver system training.
- Review current systems/interfaces, forms, and procedures, and propose solutions to streamline operations and reduce manual intervention.
- Support the Systems Manager in ensuring that internal controls are fit for purpose, enforced, measured, monitored, and improved where applicable.
- Collaborate with managers to design and develop internal and external management reports to better inform the business.
- Liaise with external stakeholders and system developers as required.
Requirements
- Degree in commerce, business, accounting, or IT.
- Systems development and application systems experience.
- Broad experience and knowledge of accounting systems.
- ERP system experience.
- Experience working in project and BAU (Business as Usual) environments.
- Property industry experience advantageous.
- Ability to collaborate with and train other staff.
- Advanced Excel and computer software skills.
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in IT systems or application analysis/support.
- Experience with enterprise applications.
- Familiarity with databases (SQL), reporting tools, and integration tools.
Skills
- Up-to-date knowledge of current trends and practices relating to IT applications.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to identify and respond to emerging issues.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage conflict and maintain good relationships with stakeholders.
- Excellent literacy and effective written communication skills.
- Scripting or programming experience is an advantage.
- Ability to manage a demanding workload, including conflicting priorities.