Process Improvement/ ERP Consultant
2 days ago
Consultants within GFOA's Research and Consulting Center (RCC) provide direct support for a variety of GFOA programs including consulting engagements, training seminars, best practice research, member networking, program administration and more. Consultant/Analysts become subject matter experts in enterprise resource planning (ERP) procurement and implementation, risk management, budgeting, and other RCC core competency areas to support GFOA clients across the United States and Canada. Working in small teams, consultant/analysts help analyze local government business process, evaluate options, provide recommendations, and maintain GFOA know-how to support GFOA's consulting practice. Other projects for Consultant/Analyst may include serving as subject matter expert to lead research projects or coordinate training opportunities, promote GFOA's membership, lead programming related to specific topics or target market segments, or provide data analysis or staff support across the organization. Consultant/Analysts are expected to manage competing priorities and deadlines, work independently, demonstrate knowledge and appreciation for local governments, advocate for GFOA best practices and support of GFOA's mission to advance excellence in public finance.
Consultant/Analysts work from GFOA's Chicago office with hybrid work from home options and travel approximately 7-10 days per month.
Responsibilities
• Staff GFOA's consulting projects providing direct support, working independently, to local governments interested in preparing for, procuring, and implementing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Facilitate focus group meetings with GFOA clients to identify process improvement opportunities
• Review ERP proposals, interview consultants, review work products, and participate in ERP implementation for local governments
• Manage "mini-projects" ensuring project organization, communication, and outcomes
• Facilitate GFOA networking groups both online and in person.
• Regularly present information and/or recommendations at meetings with clients, members, or staff
• Produce high quality reports and consulting deliverables that leverage communication and data presentation skills
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
• Graduate degree in public policy, public administration, or related field and prefer 3-5 years of working in public finance or local government administration
• Prefer subject matter expertise in any of the following: budgeting, treasury, risk, capital planning, procurement, or other topic areas in public finance
• Ability to apply GFOA best practices, research findings, and case studies to develop recommendations for local governments
• Prefer knowledge and experience with ERP systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently
• Ability to collaborate with other staff on multiple priorities to meet both internal and external deadlines
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