Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Finance Program Lead, Product Owner (Analyst VI) - Denver

About the position

This position leads the ERP Modernization project which will include the planning and execution of an upgrade/replacement to the legacy finance ERP (SAP ECC 6.0) including modules supporting accounting, budget, grants management, federal-aid billing, and procurement. Works with CDOT executive management, management of the Division of Accounting and Finance (DAF), and other stakeholders, to provide the full life cycle management of the finance Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) including providing ongoing support and administration, and the upgrade/replacement and future enhancement of the ERP.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and implement a plan of action for the Finance, Accounting and Budget ERP that aligns the organization around short and long-term goals set by the DAF governance team.
• Collaborate with executive management to establish the scope, cadence and authorities of a new ERP governance structure.
• Coordinate with the Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) and other experts to prepare CDOT to determine and adopt a solution system selection and implementation strategy.
• Lead coordination of the vendor solicitation and selection process for the ERP modernization project.
• Serve as the single point of contact for state agencies, outside vendors and stakeholders for the ERP modernization project.
• Ensure the plan is extensively vetted with all stakeholders including subject matter experts, executive management, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain in depth, detailed knowledge of the department's business needs and communicate these effectively to a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Collaborate with DAF management to develop a resource model through the phases of preparation, implementation and post go live support.
• Manage consultant support contracts including coordinating the staffing and resourcing plan and consultant work priorities.
• Coordinate the ERP Modernization project with other associated technology initiatives.
• Evaluate recommend and implement ERP system upgrades/replacements and future enhancements of the ERP.
• Provide ongoing operational, business process and user training support.
• Lead end-to-end process based product development and implementation.
• Establish the environment necessary to operate as a high-performing cross-functional team.
• Develop and support product team members by helping them address challenges.
• Communicate with partners throughout CDOT and external stakeholders on the status of the entire program.
• Create feedback loops so that end users of the ERP solution are able to influence its development and implementation.
• Develop and communicate the vision, strategy, and product roadmap to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Must total at least 9 years of experience including four (4) years in Project Management, Product Management, Program Management, IT, Computer Science, Public Administration, or another field closely related to the Major Job Duties.
• Five (5) years of Product Owner experience that included two (2) years in leadership or coordination of an ERP or other large scale implementation.
• Experience coordinating the implementation of ERP system updates and upgrades.
• Project Management experience of large-scale projects representing multiple organization stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with enterprise software systems.
• Extensive experience selecting or evaluating software systems based on business user requirements.
• Exceptional ability to translate complex technical and business requirements into clear product specifications.
• Strong knowledge of finance and accounting.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite, Gmail and Google Applications.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• PERA retirement and optional PERA plans such as 401K.
• Generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
• Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling.
• Wellness programs and employee discount program.