IT Business Analyst

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:IT Enterprise Business Analyst 2Agency:State Accounting OfficeJob Requisition ID:JR0000004267Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:SALARY RANGE: $56,310.72 - $73,677.24Job Description:The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers.IT Enterprise Business Analyst 2 must have experience in one or more finance related modules, preferably General Ledger, and/ or Budgets in an Enterprise Resource Planning platform. The incumbent will work closely with Functional and Technical Developer teams to support the State Financials system. Leveraging relevant knowledge of general ledger, budgets, and as well as other related accounting considerations. The incumbent will provide high-quality support and leadership for the optimal design and configuration of the system to ensure maximum benefit to our customers. This incumbent will also be required to work in partnership and independently with the relevant Business Owner organizations and other functional subject matter experts (as required) to identify and refine business requirements and assist in creating the functional design and architecture necessary to support the requirements. It is also expected that this incumbent will be familiar with full lifecycle development processes and perform all expected functional procedures as required. Finally, personal commitment to serving the customer with excellence, competence, proficiency, and courtesy will be essential.Important Notes:Candidates interested in employment with the SAO must:Successfully pass a background check, including, criminal background/records check, employment and education verification, employment reference checks, credit evaluation and professional license checks, where applicableUpon, and throughout, employment, both reside and work in the State of Georgia; andHave current legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The SAO does not sponsor, or support employment based on non-immigrant visas, now or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B, F1, M1, J1, E2 or any other visa categoryIT Enterprise Business Analyst 2 (FSCM) - ( ITP181 )Pay Grade: MSalary Range: $56,310.72 - $73,677.24Minimum Qualifications:Associate degree and three (3) years of related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level IT Enterprise Busi Analyst 1 (ITP180) or position equivalent.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Analyzes information to determine nature and extent of customer requirements and concernsChanges system configuration(s) to address business needs, regulatory requirements or other functional or legislative requirementsTest configurations to ensure alignment with requirementsAssist in the development of training materialsDelivers training as assignedWorks collaboratively with cross-functional team to ensure business processes are effective and efficientConsults with technical and business staff to ensure that functionality is consistent with adherence to laws, regulations, and best practice standardsTests or coordinates testing of new functionalityAssists in the development of standards and procedures used in development of new or enhancement of existing systemsParticipates in evaluation of new technologies, enhancements, or solutions to improve service and efficiency of systemsResearch and analyze system/user problems by applying a variety of analytical and research techniquesTranslates business needs into functional and technical requirementsUpdates relevant training material related to the ERP platformDevelop detailed functional designs as neededSkills and Competencies:Ability to research, analyze information and make recommendationsAbility to determine functional needs and system requirementsAbility to develop solutions based on analysisAbility to document project standards and methodologiesAbility to apply standards and methodologiesKnowledge of customer needs and gather business requirementsKnowledge of data extraction methodsAbility to analyze system and data to determine extent of problem or errorAbility to work with other IT units/staff to diagnose problemsAbility to communicate information to stakeholders and customersAbility to develop effective and feasible business area solutionsAbility to create testing plans and scriptsAbility to execute test scriptsAbility to conduct training sessionsAbility to coordinate between multiple workgroupsAbility to adhere to deadlinesDemonstrated proficiency in relevant analytical abilitiesDemonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written formatsDemonstrated ability to work effectively with functional and technical teamsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with PeopleSoft, Workday or other ERP financial modulesExperience in local, state or county government or other public sector entityWrites and interprets functional and business requirements as an input to application designSeeks innovative approaches to improve the process of delivering financial accounting and reporting solutions to View email address on click.appcast.io Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Level of Accountability Shared ResponsibilityResponsibility Policy ComplianceSecurity Risk Level: HighTraining & Support:Integration w/ Standard Duties:Role-Specific Additions:Additional Information:Please complete all sections of the application. A resume does not substitute for a complete work experience section.All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the published closing date once a suitable applicant pool is identified.The State Accounting Office is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.The State Accounting Office is an Equal Opportunity EmployerMinimum Qualifications:Associate degree and three (3) years of related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level IT Enterprise Busi Analyst 1 (ITP180) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department. #J-18808-Ljbffr