Description
ERP Finance within VP Finance is currently seeking a Full-time Temporary Relief PeopleSoft Functional Analyst for approximately 12 months.
This position is within the PeopleSoft Support team for Finance and Supply Chain Management Application areas. Reporting to the ERP Finance Manager, this team is responsible for maintaining and enhancing PeopleSoft systems. Work arises from planned maintenance/upgrade project requirements, observed issues/problems with the current system, and requests for enhancements or new functionality.
The work environment is moderately stressful as the role deals with ambiguity, a diverse end user base, and requires complex problem solving. The nature of the job requires the incumbent to work quickly and efficiently, where errors can result in a high community impact. There may be situations that will require work outside and in addition to the core business hours (e.g. resolving critical problems, validating system changes).
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
System Configuration and Development
- Design approved solutions in collaboration with IT Application Developers, have primary responsibility for system configuration and reconfiguration for one or more modules, and test thoroughly, using scenarios, scripts and data to validate the development/configuration against the design specifications
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Implement tested solution into production environment using appropriate change control procedures.
System Support, Release Management and Problem Resolution
- Support and maintain the PeopleSoft system, by resolving issues and applying updates in order that the various modules are kept up-to-date, and working as intended.
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Participate in the testing and approval of IT-specific projects in the FSCM system such as version upgrades, application of maintenance packs/bundles, Oracle database upgrades, PeopleTools upgrades, Cobol upgrades, implementation of IT specific applications such as the PeopleSoft Portal
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Clarify and fully resolve user issues in a timely manner, coordinating solution with various other support units and external departments as required to ensure continued business operation.
Business Analysis
- Analyze business requirements thoroughly to evaluate and recommend appropriate solutions.
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Plan and lead PeopleSoft projects, providing guidance to more junior Application Consultants to improve the effective functioning of the team.
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Communicate changes and enhancements to end users and training developers to improve consistency of usage across units and departments.
Testing
- Develop all Testing Criteria , Scripts and Testing Plans required to ensure that system changes and enhancements function as designed
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All application enhancements will be Tested according to the System Test Plan and signed off prior to User Acceptance Testing
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Participate in cross-functional troubleshooting, analysis and testing with other PeopleSoft functions and IT units(e.g. Finance, Student, Enterprise Reporting)
Reporting
- Project status updates and timesheets are submitted to the Manager, Financial Systems
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Issues/resolution options are logged in the IT ADSM Change Management system
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Requirements are fully documented and logged in the IT ADSM Documentation Library
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Creating process and procedures for configuration and business process flows.
Quality management
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Deliverable reviews and signoffs are obtained on a timely basis.
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Quality control reviews are conducted with the Senior Architect and Manager, Financial Systems for:
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Requirements documentation review.
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Fit Gap review.
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Test script and plan review.
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Test execution and defect resolution review.
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Security review (if applicable).
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Migration Request review.
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Review findings are managed through to timely resolution.
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Ensure data integrity by developing and running queries to assess data quality.
Qualifications / Requirements:
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Completion of an Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or a similar field.
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Minimum of 3 - 5 years of progressively more responsible functional analyst, support, and design experience with ERP Finance systems in a large, complex organization, including experience with configurable tables and custom processes.
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Experience documenting business requirements and workflows, analyzing functional requirements, testing, and making suggestions for business process improvements.
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Well-rounded knowledge of all aspects of Oracle PeopleSoft Finance and Supply Chain Management Application (version 9.2) from both a technical and functional perspective.
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Experience supporting PeopleSoft system interfaces.
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Experience with PeopleSoft Security and general knowledge of industry standards.
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Advanced knowledge of software including SQL and Query Tools. Knowledge of MS Project, Visio, and SharePoint is an asset.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong problem solving and analytical skills, self-motivated, ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
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Customer service oriented, with the ability to translate technical jargon into business-friendly language.
Application Deadline: June 24, 2026
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 3.
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About the University of Calgary
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