Senior Business Analyst

Senior Business Analyst – ERP Financial Transformation (EU Institution via Unisys)

Role Overview

Our client a prestigious European institution at the heart of the EU’s financial architecture, is seeking a dedicated Business Analyst to contribute to its mission of fostering sustainable growth, innovation, and cohesion across Europe. As the lending arm of the European Union, this institution plays a pivotal role in financing strategic projects that strengthen economic resilience, accelerate the green and digital transitions, and support communities in all member states.

We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst to support a large-scale ERP Financials Transformation programme. The role focuses on the definition, structuring and documentation of the Target Operating Model (TOM), business requirements and procurement-related deliverables.

You will play a key role in ensuring that business processes are aligned with standard ERP capabilities and market best practices, while challenging legacy-driven approaches and driving simplification.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, structure and document: Target Operating Model (TOM), Business processes and capabilities and Business and functional requirements
• Support ERP tool selection and system integrator procurement activities
• Ensure all deliverables (use cases, requirements, analyses) are: Structured, Traceable a,d Suitable for formal procurement processes
• Perform and support: Fit/gap analysis, Solution assessment, Business input structuring
• Lead and structure workshops with business stakeholders and subject matter experts
• Challenge existing processes and promote: Standardisation, Simplification and Alignment with ERP best practices
• Produce high-quality documentation (process maps, requirements, analysis outputs)
• Contribute to decision-making by providing structured analysis and clear options

Functional Scope

Strong focus on Accounting and Financial Reporting processes, including:

• General Ledger
• Accounting mandates
• Financial closing
• Reconciliations
• Financial reporting

Project Context

The programme is delivered in phases:

• Phase 1: Definition of a solution-agnostic Target Operating Model and ERP tool selection
• Phase 2: Translation into contractual requirements and system integrator procurement

The consultant will support both phases with a strong emphasis on structured analysis and ERP expertise.

Profile Requirements

Mandatory Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting frameworks
• Minimum 5 years of experience in business analysis, finance transformation or ERP-related projects
• Extensive experience (typically 10–15 years) in: Business analysis, ERP transformation programmes, Large-scale process transformation
• Proven experience in: Defining Target Operating Models, Structuring business processes and requirements and ERP implementation programmes (SAP, Oracle or equivalent)
• Experience with: Fit/gap analysis, ERP solution assessment and ERP selection and/or system integrator procurement
• Experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments

Preferred Experience

• 15 years in finance transformation or ERP programmes
• Experience with ERP accounting modules (GL, closing, reporting)
• Experience in regulated environments (e.g. financial institutions or public sector)
• Strong understanding of ERP market practices and standard capabilities

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-structuring skills
• Ability to challenge legacy processes and drive standardisation
• Clear understanding of ERP-aligned vs. legacy-driven requirements
• Excellent communication and workshop facilitation skills
• Ability to produce clear, consistent and high-quality documentation
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in m