Administrative Business Analyst

Administrative Business Analyst

Join MSU Finance as an Administrative Business Analyst supporting a dynamic mix of financial, HR, and business operations. This role is ideal for a resourceful problem solver who enjoys variety, takes ownership of processes, collaborates across the university, and finds practical ways to keep operations running smoothly and effectively.

The Administrative Business Analyst coordinates and supports financial, human resources, facilities, and general business operations for departments within Finance. The position applies knowledge of University policies, procedures, systems, and business practices to administer complex and recurring operational processes, maintain accurate financial and personnel information, and ensure timely completion of unit responsibilities.

The position serves as a resource to Finance leadership, employees, University service units, and external stakeholders; independently coordinates assigned business processes; reviews information and transactions for accuracy and compliance; researches and resolves operational issues; and identifies opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative processes. The position handles confidential financial and employee information and exercises discretion and independent judgment in determining appropriate action within established policies and procedures.

This position is "remote-friendly", with the expectation of on-campus presence periodically. This is typically referred to as "Hybrid", with the flexibility of regular remote work mixed with in-office work as mutually agreed upon with the supervisor.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

The Administrative Business Analyst will:

• Coordinate and administer financial activities supporting departments within Finance.
• Administer and oversee the University's unclaimed check process.
• Coordinate and oversee facilities and general administrative operations supporting Finance offices and employees.
• Coordinate and administer human resources, timekeeping, payroll-related, and employee administrative processes for Finance.
• Coordinate and support other administrative, communication, technology, and business-process activities for Finance and the Controller's Office.

Minimum Requirements:

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in a business-related field; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in office procedures, or in performing responsibilities related to the operational activities of the employing unit; experience with word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation software and/or desktop publishing, web page software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• One to three years of related and progressively responsible experience supporting financial, human resources, facilities, and general business operations in a complex organization.
• Experience interpreting and applying financial, human resources, and administrative policies and procedures; administering financial and HR transactions and processes; maintaining business records; and researching and resolving operational issues.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple recurring processes and deadlines, work independently, exercise sound judgment, maintain a high degree of accuracy, and handle confidential matters and materials appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with employees, administrators, University service units, and external vendors and to identify and implement improvements to administrative processes.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials:

To be considered for this position, your application must include all of the following:

Cover Letter

Resume

Three Professional References

Applications that do not include all required materials will not be considered.