Senior Business Systems Analyst

Job Title: Senior Business Systems Analyst – Project Systems
Location: Richmond, VA
Work Schedule: Hybrid – 1 week onsite / 1 week remote
 
Role Overview:
This is a contract position focused on supporting SAP Financial and Project Systems modules, particularly in accounting and finance functions. The role involves handling project and maintenance activities for both capital and O&M projects, including requirements gathering, functional specs writing, test planning, and implementation support.
You will align technology solutions with business strategies, collaborate across teams, and serve as a mentor to less experienced analysts.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Support SAP Financial and Project Systems (PS) and Commercial Project Management (CPM) modules
• Gather/document business requirements; write functional development specs
• Execute unit, regression, and comprehensive testing plans
• Support enhancement requests and custom development efforts
• Provide second- and third-level support for IT Help Line tickets
• Collaborate with IT and business units to ensure solution alignment
• Lead or support capital and O&M projects across multiple client areas
• Contribute to change management and continuous improvement efforts

 
Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience:
  • 5+ years as a business/functional analyst
  • 5+ years in SAP Financial and Project Systems (PS) modules, including configuration/customization
  • Experience with SAP Commercial Project Management (CPM)
  • Deep understanding of finance and accounting processes
  • Skilled in requirements gathering, process mapping, testing, and documentation
  • Experience supporting multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects
  • Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills

 
Preferred Certifications:

• SAP Certification in Project Systems and/or CPM (preferred but not required)

 
Preferred Industry Background:

• Utilities or Energy sectors