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Job Description
Functional Analyst
What impact will you make?
Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. As the undisputed leader in professional services, Deloitte is where you’ll find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realize your full potential.
Main Purpose of Job
An entry-level support resource to team in delivery of services to / at client premises on delegated engagements / projects.
Key Performance areas
1. Strategic Impact
Under guidance, supports the delivery efforts of the engagement team in area of competency
Conducts research for engagement / project as delegated and provides meaningful analysis / output
Identifies possible opportunities for follow-on work and advises management
Assists in preparation of client presentations / discussion documentation as directed
2. Client Impact: External / Internal
Contributes to decisions by engagement team by providing fact based and pertinent recommendations from research / analysis / client interaction
Communicates regularly with Engagement Manager and team members on status of allocated deliverables
Develops productive working relationships with client staff
Informs Engagement Manager of any possible emerging engagement change issues
Responds with urgency and accountability to client and team requests
3. Operational Effectiveness
Understands the context and impact of own role within engagement and conducts work accordingly
Consistently reviews and analyses accuracy and quality of own deliverables prior to submission for review by senior
Develops awareness of risk in area of engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies
Maintains clear communication channels with engagement team members on work status effecting their outputs
4. Development/Growth of Team
Cultivates ability to give effective development feedback both upward and to peers
Maintains own development and knowledge in specialised area
5. Budgets / Profitability
Submits any billing, expense claims and timesheets on time
6. Differentiators for this specific role
Must have a good understanding of the finance business processes.
Obtains direct expertise in an SAP FICO capability (e.g. General ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed asset accounting, bank and cash management, overhead accounting, and product costing)
Ability to apply finance business processes experience to current engagement.
Is conversant in the functional operating model within an SAP capability, including major business processes, typical roles, outputs and outcomes
Supports requirements gathering in design sessions, collects and documents process information to provide input to blueprint development, and translates requirements into functional specifications and process models
Performs basic configuration independently
Documents training materials and support end-user training.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience required
Required
Tertiary qualification or in the process of completing a Business, Engineering or Information Systems diploma or degree
Newly qualified
Preferred
Tertiary qualification in Business, Engineering or Information Systems
1 year experience
Additional Information
Key Competencies required:
Technical Competencies
Basic technical knowledge in specific area and/or industry
Proficient in MS Office suite
Basic business acumen
Behavioural Competencies
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Interpersonal and relationship building skills
Desire to develop self
Client delivery focus
Adaptable
Focus on quality
Problem solving ability
Analytical
Leadership / Behavioural Capabilities
Living our Purpose - Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact
Influence - Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills
Performance drive - Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track
Strategic direction - Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business
Talent development - Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent
Cross-Consulting Capabilities
Delivery Excellence - Ability to team with others to produce a high quality work product to ensure a superior client experience
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving - Ability to collect, assimilate and analyze relevant data and use standard processes and tools to help surface and support solutions
Financial Acumen - Ability to apply basic financial concepts to client and Deloitte business models
Executive Presence - Ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude and adapt to changing priorities to instill confidence in team
Logical Structuring - Ability to use and apply frameworks to organize concepts, identify gaps, and communicate ideas clearly
Global Mindset - Ability to value and consider the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of colleagues and clients
Business-Technology Acumen - Ability to apply technology fundamentals to client situations
Accesses the Organisation - Ability to find and leverage a diverse set of resources and share findings with others
Service Line Specialized Capabilities
SAP Capability Specialization - Ability to apply training and background in SAP and relevant Deloitte methodology to support the implementation of SAP solutions
How you’ll grow
At Deloitte, our professional development plan focuses on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help build world-class skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs at Deloitte University, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.
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