Data Migration Specialist (Unit4 ERP System) – Finance – Remote

Data Migration Specialist (Unit4 ERP System) – Finance – Remote

Day rate: £500 – £600 inside IR35

Duration: 3 – 6 months

Start: ASAP

Job Description

My client is looking for an experienced and driven Data Migration Specialist to join an experienced, delivery-focused team currently undertaking a data migration as part of a large-scale business transformation programme. Due to the nature of the delivery, this role requires somebody with extensive knowledge in finance and accounting is very important. Advanced MS SQL Server skills are also a must for this role due to the highly complex nature of the transformation logic.

You MUST have an excellent understanding of the data migration lifecycle for new finance and ERP implementations, and a proven track-record of successfully delivering data migrations end-to-end. Strong stakeholder management, technical (primarily MS SQL Server, but Python is also a bonus), and communication are all critical skills.

Experience in the Social Housing sector is also desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the delivery of source to target mapping and business sign off.
• Drive solutions to mapping challenges, advising on any required data derivation rules, and seeking additional data sources to meet target requirements.
• Manage new data-related requirements to ensure that these are implemented consistently end-to-end within the migration solution.
• Responsible for the build, test, and deployment of the migration transformation code in-line with the mapping requirements.
• Develop and implement programmatic constraint checks over the transformed data in-line with target data dictionaries.
• Manage the landing and transformation of data from off-system / grey IT sources.
• Run the migration processes, leading to the production of valid load files in support of the programme data cycles.
• Troubleshoot and help resolve data-related issues identified during data load and testing cycles.
• Support the business SMEs, as well as Business Data Analysts (BDAs) with technical knowledge, queries, and data preparation.
• Provide input into the Cutover Strategy and support go-live.
• Drive resolution to risks, issues, and delivery challenges.
• Champion our migration methodology and industry best practice.