Principal ERP Analyst - ERP Finance Stream, PPM, ISU – Revenue and SAP Authorisa

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the role of Principal ERP Analyst at The City of Cape Town. This position encompasses responsibilities across multiple ERP streams, including ERP Finance, Project and Portfolio Management (PPM), ISU – Revenue, and SAP Authorisations. **What you will do** The key responsibilities for this role include: * Developing and delivering business solutions for business requirements across functional streams to provide an expert resource service in meeting business needs. * Gathering, researching, interpreting and analysing complex business requirements, and recommending solutions across the Finance modules in SAP. * Ensuring effective delivery of projects and programmes. * Participating in managing stakeholder relationships to ensure ongoing commitment of stakeholders. * Maintaining and developing skills to meet the standards required by business regarding their needs. * Processing service requests and providing user support. * Mentoring and coaching staff. **Requirements (from the original advert)** The role specifies a minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant experience, of which two (2) years preferably as a Senior ERP Analyst in providing and supporting SAP/ERP functions, common across all streams. Additionally, specific requirements for each stream are: **Requirements for - ERP Finance Stream:** * A relevant professional ICT qualification, preferably a relevant B Degree/National Diploma in Information Systems or in Finance. * SAP/ERP certification in Finance would be advantageous. * Experience in mSCOA reporting will be advantageous. **Requirements for PPM:** * A relevant professional ICT qualification, preferably a relevant National Diploma or B Degree in Information Systems, Project Management, Business Management or Strategic Management. * SAP/ERP certification in SAP PPM Certification would be advantageous. * Experience in SAP Project Systems and SAP Portfolio Project Management – Experience will be advantageous. **Requirements for ISU - Revenue:** * A relevant professional ICT qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Degree in Public Administration/Management. * SAP/ERP certification in SAP Utilities would be advantageous. * Experience in ISU Revenue processes will be advantageous. **Requirements for ISU - SAP Authorisations:** * A relevant professional ICT qualification, preferably a relevant National Diploma or B Degree in Information systems or Information Technology. * SAP Security / Authorisations certification will be advantageous. * Identity Governance Administration (IGA) training will be advantageous. * Experience in Identity Management (IDM) support, SAP Security & Authorisations administration, user provisioning and lifecycle management, access management, and identity integration. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a minimum of seven years' relevant experience, including at least two years as a Senior ERP Analyst in SAP/ERP functions. Ideal applicants will have a professional ICT qualification (B Degree or National Diploma) in Information Systems, Finance, Project Management, Business Management, Strategic Management, Public Administration/Management, or Information Technology. Candidates with advantageous SAP/ERP certifications in Finance, PPM, SAP Utilities, or SAP Security/Authorisations, along with experience in mSCOA reporting, SAP Project Systems, SAP Portfolio Project Management, ISU Revenue processes, or Identity Management, are particularly suited. The role requires an individual capable of developing business solutions, analyzing complex requirements, managing projects, building stakeholder relationships, providing user support, and mentoring staff. **Deadline** 22.10.2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/principal-erp-analyst-erp-finance-stream-ppm-isu-revenue-and-sap-authorisa-city-of-cape-town Source: myjobmag

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• At least 7 years of experience.

• SAP
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