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    Business Analyst, Finance - Kennesaw, United States - Kennesaw State University

    Kennesaw State University
    Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    About Us


    Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country.

    With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students.

    Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe.

    Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

    Location

    Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA

    Job Summary


    Serves as the liaison between functional and technical teams by understanding and conceptualizing applications from each area's point of view.

    Responsible for conducting financial data analysis, design, collection, and report solutions to satisfy and support finance stakeholders. Monitors the quality of various technical and functional business processes, identifies data issues, and provides resolutions.

    Responsibilities will include collecting requirements, developing reports and dashboards, testing, assisting with the implementation of new software applications, process improvements, and training to support the objectives of the Institution.

    Responsibilities


    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    1. Interfaces with clients to define business processes, specifications, reporting needs, and functional requirements2. Designs report and dashboard mock-ups to effectively meet business needs3. Documents system processes, functionality and implements improvements as applicable4. Develops and maintains user manuals, training documents and guidelines5. Conducts meetings with end users to clarify issues, gather requirements, and resolve requests6. Devises test plans to ensure that the outcome meets the specified requirements and expectations of business users7. Develops and implements reports and dashboards to provide up-to-date information on functional actives8. Maintains issues log and collaborates with team to mitigate risks and proactively searches for improvement opportunities9. Prioritizes problem resolution based on business need, timelines, and scale of impact10. Presents data resolution findings to relevant stakeholders with recommendations to ensure business needs are meet11. Designs, builds, implements, and maintains Oracle SQL scripts and procedures in Oracle backend finance data warehouse SQL development software12. Consults finance users on current and future data visualization and reporting solutions to identify customer needs13. Provides backup support for operational and technical processes, and system changes14. Administrator of PeopleSoft eProcurement responsibilities15. Hosts training sessions on the system applications16. Maintains content on the department and division webpage17. Maintains financial data integrity

    Required Qualifications

    Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

    Required ExperienceThree (3) years previous experience in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology or Systems Analysis

    Preferred Qualifications

    Additional Preferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of fund accounting, budget and finance Strong IT and Financial skills

    Preferred Educational QualificationsAn advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems or related field

    Preferred ExperienceExperience with reporting/query tools and coding in Tableau, SAS, SAS Enterprise Guide, Oracle Databases, and/or SQL (or gathering data from other relation database systems)Extensive experience in data analysis, dashboards, analytics and decision support systems

    Experience successfully working as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving

    Proposed Salary

    The budgeted salary range is $60,920 to $74,200. Offers are based on relevant experience.

    Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more Visit

    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

    ABILITIESAble to work autonomously and with managers to ensure business requirements and needs are metAble to communicate in financial and technical termsAble to communicate complex technical concepts to the end-usersAble to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlinesAble to understand programming concepts such as structured and object-oriented programming

    KNOWLEDGEUnderstanding of database concepts such as schemas and data relationshipsKnowledge of relational databasesFamiliar with API concepts such as web services


    SKILLSExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skillsPolished and professional demeanorSelf-motivated with the ability to learn new concepts quicklyProficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e.

    , Microsoft Office suite)Strong attention to detail and follow up skillsStrong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study.

    To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.


    For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, , or by making a report here .

    Other Information

    This is not a supervisory position.
    This position has financial responsibilities.
    This position will not be required to drive.
    This role is considered a position of trust.
    This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

    Background Check

    Standard EnhancedEducation


    Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation.

    Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.

    Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

    All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process.

    Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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