Business Systems Analyst 3
Facilities Management
Summary of Job Details
Under the direction of the Business & Financial Planning Manager, the Business Analyst supports Design, Facilities and Safety Services (DFSS) in the areas of: financial reporting and strategic planning; identifying business process and internal control issues and problem solving through analysis of business systems and user needs; and, designing complex databases, queries, reports and user interfaces. Documents complex business processes and systems; prepares plans and proposals for the improvement of systems, procedures and processes; writes test scripts and tests system changes; reconciles shadow systems; ensures business continuity; develops reports and tools for internal and external clients. Maintains high level of proficiency in database and query tools such as SQL Server, Excel, Access and Hyperion. Possesses solid operational and capital accounting skills, general ledger reconciliations and budget transactions, and campus financial systems. Possesses ability to work under deadline pressure, handling multiple projects concurrently, and dealing with sensitive and confidential issues.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Excellent oral and written communication and analytical skills.
Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask, set priorities, and follow up in a timely manner.
Excellent computer proficiency in business office software and cloud collaboration tools (word processing, spreadsheets, databases) are essential to this position.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft tools (Access, Excel, Word, SharePoint) or similar tools. Advanced Excel knowledge and experience (macros, vlookups, pivot tables) as well as experience working with large data projects, data sets, and data extraction and transformation.
1-3 years Experience with financial reporting tools, such as Power BI or Tableau.
Advanced Knowledge of business and process analysis functions.
Knowledge relating to the design of processes and software across the organization.
Advanced skills and methodologies associated with software design, modification and implementation.
Knowledge of business analysis processes and procedures and alignment and compliance with applicable policy and regulation.
Knowledge of related areas of IT.
Strong critical thinking , persuasion/negotiation, mentoring, leadership/management, problem solving, human resources policies and procedures relating to management responsibilities.
Excellent oral and written, qualitative and analytical skills.
Special Conditions of Employment
Satisfactory criminal historybackground check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: M - F; 8am - 5pm
UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
Application review begins 8/9/2024
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #71215
