Job Title: Senior Business Analyst – Finance & Governance (CPA)

Job Type: Contract

Sector:

Public Sector / Government

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain PMO frameworks, policies, methodologies, and tools.
• Analyze and enhance existing PMO functions to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• Define and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and business improvement plans (BIPs) for I&IT services and projects.
• Maintain enterprise reporting packages, including monthly executive summaries, financial tracking, headcount reporting, and business benefits realization metrics.
• Track procurement activities and support the preparation of related strategic documentation.
• Administer tools such as the Project Status Tracker, Risk Registers, and related platforms.
• Ensure consistent documentation and reporting standards, especially for staff augmentation programs and executive-level presentations.
• Promote continuous improvement in PMO processes and workflows.
• Conduct research and implement best practices in program and portfolio management.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of reporting processes and tools.
• Collaborate with management to consolidate, analyze, and report on KPIs and performance outcomes.
• Support internal audits by compiling data and monitoring progress on remediation actions.
• Assist with the development and monitoring of operating and capital budgets.
• Track capital investment submissions and related timelines.
• Align project financials with long-term strategic goals and organizational objectives.
• Support change management, user training, and the rollout of PMO-related initiatives.
• Act as a champion for PMO excellence and promote transparency, accountability, and empowerment within the team.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Completion of a diploma or degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in Project Management, Change Management, or related roles within an IT environment.
• Hands-on experience in performance measurement, financial tracking, governance, and reporting.

Certifications (Preferred or Required):

• Required:
• CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant), CA, or CMA designation.

• Preferred (Assets):
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 Certification.
• Agile Certification (e.g., Agile Certified Practitioner, Certified Scrum Product Owner).
• PROSCI Change Management Certification.
• Six Sigma Certification.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in performance and financial analysis, risk management, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial processes such as budgeting, forecasting, ROI analysis, and value-for-money assessments.
• Advanced experience with MS Office Suite, Power BI, PowerApps, Visio, and other project management tools.