Business Analyst

Business Analyst

Must be local to Metro Atlanta

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, analyzes customer business needs and participates in the planning, design and implementation of new or enhanced systems. Supports the user community in the use of functional business tools and support systems.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university OR Associate's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of related experience

OR Two years of experience at the lower-level IT Business Analyst 1 or position equivalent.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Creating requirements and specifications for business solutions

Collaborating with team members to collect, analyze, and evaluate information from multiple sources including

Presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders

Writing and documenting business requirements, functional requirements, and design specifications

Creating test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate business requirements

Testing and/or coordinating testing of new installations or upgrades

Consulting with vendors or technical staff to ensure that functionality of automated system is consistent with adherence to laws, regulations, and best practice by user standards

Utilizing effective written and verbal communication skills.

Organizing work, determining objectives, and setting priorities to manage own time and workload effectively.

The Essentials:

The following knowledge, skills, and experience are required for consideration

Demonstrated experience researching system/user problems using various analytical and research techniques

Proficient computer skills to include the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, & PowerPoint

Resilience: Demonstrated consistency in displaying the ability to adapt to changing circumstances while at work

Accountability: Ability to accept responsibility for ones actions with honesty and integrity, while maintaining credibility and remaining committed to organizational success

Customer Service: Ability to appropriately address internal & external customer issues while respecting business needs

Results Orientation: Ability to meet deadlines and achieve performance goals, while focused on efficient & effective problem resolution

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

The Preferred:

The following knowledge, skills and experience could give you a performance advantage

Experience with system change request testing and data creation

Knowledge of Income and/or Business taxes

Project management skills with the ability to administer multiple projects

Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of the organization

Well-developed organizational and time-management skills

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions