SAP Business Analyst Jobs in Michigan

Responsible for providing system support and technical consulting to the Human Resources department and campus community by leading the development, testing, troubleshooting, training, implementation and maintenance of campus-wide computer-based HR information systems and analyzing the needs of campus departments by implementing and debugging computer systems & programs. Serves as primary support for HR-Benefits & Wellness.

Bachelor’s degree or a combination of relevant experience/education equivalent to four years, preferably in human resources, business, management information systems, or a related field.
One year of relevant work experience that includes some combination of computer hardware and software applications, computer teaching/training, and/or coordinating technology in a complex organization.
Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
Ability to write documentation and training materials.
Sound diagnostic skills for computer hardware and peripheral equipment.
Ability to creatively apply technical skills and theoretical knowledge to the resolution of assigned projects.
Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and project a positive attitude.
Experience with Word and Excel.
Ability to work independently and set priorities.
Strong attention to detail.

Working knowledge of the SAP HR system, ESS web functionality, and PeopleAdmin.
Configuration experience within SAP HR, Payroll, Personnel Administration, Organizational Management, and Benefits modules.
Experience with use of web-based application programs and online ESS functionality.
Project management/leadership skills.
Training experience.

Serves as technical consultant for the Human Resources (HR) office and other offices dependent on the operation of the HR systems.
Serves as primary support for processing transactions (into SAP) on behalf of HR-Benefits & Wellness related to employees such as: CMU
Choices benefit program including health insurance, life insurance & disability, FSA & HSA plans and retirement plans. Processes enrollments, terminations, and changes to enrollments. Maintains and updates SAP and administers COBRA. Responsible for vendor interface files and report generation.
Conducts research and troubleshoots current issues in the SAP HR System and ESS functionality.
Corrects problems by analyzing programs or systems to determine the cause and effects of the issue, changes programs and system configuration to prevent recurrence and to eliminate the effects of the issue, and evaluates the system to determine that all corrections have been properly made with no unanticipated or undesirable effects.
Analyzes present systems and procedures and provides recommendations for improvements and process automation.
Serves as a project lead in system implementations, upgrades, and changes in SAP HR system and ESS functionality related to Benefits.
Prepares and defines specifications for reports, interfaces, and conversions.
Serves as an internal and external liaison with others on matters related to computer technology and HR systems.
Prepares training materials, program procedures, and system requirements for user offices.
Trains end users on their roles within the different HR systems and applications.
Assists in identification and management efforts to increase operational efficiency in HR user departments through greater user of technology.
Serves as a resource for oversight and development of technology and system training for the FAS division and other users of the HR systems.
Generates reports requested by various departments, analyzes for accuracy.
Completes other special projects within the department as assigned.

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Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.

This position will remain open until filled. The university reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified. For best consideration, please submit application materials by September 28, 2026.

Professional & Administrative -Salary

$60,000 - $75,000

Finance and Administrative Services

HR - SAP/HR Information Systems

Regular

Full-Time

1.0

12 month

Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed

Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.

We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master’s, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.

CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.

Central is home to 17 men’s and women’s Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.

CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. It’s part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the state’s largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.

Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions — Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more — are within easy reach of the city’s central location in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.

CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.

Central Michigan University is a place where we value students and work for their success, where we act as family, and where employees are engaged, appreciated and have extraordinary opportunities to make a difference.

We intentionally maintain and strengthen the hallmark CMU culture that sets us apart from our peers by expecting CMU leaders and employees to model the following Leadership Standards and develop them within their teams.

Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position.