IT Business Analyst

Job DescriptionThe IT Business Analyst’s role is to support the Business Applications project leads in the planning, design, development, and launch of efficient business systems that support core organizational functions and processes. This includes gathering and analyzing data for business cases, proposed projects, and system requirements. The IT Business Analyst is also responsible for generating and compiling reports based on findings, including probable causes and potential solutions to system issues. This individual applies proven communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills to maximize the benefit of IT system investments.ResponsibilitiesHealth and SafetyMaintaining a safe and efficient working environmentFollowing company health and safety standards and reporting any unsafe acts or conditionsStrategy and PlanningMeeting with decision makers, system owners, and end users to define business, financial, and operational requirements and system goals, and identifying and resolving system issuesReviewing and analyzing the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and developing strategies for improving or further leveraging these systemsIdentifying and establishing scope and parameters of systems analysis to define outcome criteria and measure‑taking actionsAcquisition and DeploymentCollaborating in the planning, design, development, and deployment of new applications and enhancements to existing applicationsConducting research on software and hardware products to justify recommendations and support purchasing effortsPerforming cost‑benefit and return‑on‑investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in implementation decisionsOperations ManagementPreparing and delivering reports, recommendations, or alternatives that address existing and potential trouble areas in operating systems across the organization, proposing feasible and scalable solutionsDeveloping and configuring reports to improve financial reporting and analysisMaintaining BI reports using Oracle BI, Microsoft Power BI, and other reporting toolsEnsuring compatibility and interoperability of in‑house computing systemsCoordinating and performing in‑depth tests, including end‑user reviews, for modified and new systems, and other post‑implementation supportProviding orientation and training to end users for all modified and new systemsDesigning and building reporting using proprietary tools in other third‑party solutionsReviewing query performance and optimizing where requiredAssessing and amending any errors in a timely fashionProviding status reports where requiredFollowing proper change‑management processes when performing any changes to solutionsWorking with and assisting project teams on implementation or upgrades of new and existing business solutionsQualificationsEducationRequired: College diploma or university degree in business administration, computer science, or management information systems and 3 years of related work experience.Work ExperienceRequired: 3+ years’ experience in deployment and support of software systems implementations and global environments (cloud, hosted and on‑premise platforms).Knowledge RequiredExperience with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle BI Publisher, and OTBI report and data model developmentOracle Fusion knowledge (technical, ERP, HCM) including basic functional knowledge of related modules (GL, AR, AP, PPM, SCM, Core HR, Talent, Recruitment, Absence, OTL)Knowledge and hands‑on experience with applications such as Oracle Fusion, Hyperion Financial Management, Oracle EPM, InEight Cloud, InEight Document, and Intelex Safety; these are beneficial to this roleProven experience overseeing the design, development, and implementation of software and hardware solutions, systems, or productsExtensive practical knowledge in importing data for use in report software, spreadsheets, graphs and flow chartsProven experience in operating and analyzing database hardware, software, and standards, as well as data retrieval methodologiesExcellent understanding of the organization’s goals and objectivesFlexible and adaptable in learning new technologies and solutionsDemonstrated project management skills; Business Analysis and Project Management Fundamentals training or PMP designation an assetFluent English language skillsPersonal AttributesExcellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem‑solving skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent listening and interpersonal skillsLogical and efficient, with keen attention to detailAbility to conduct research into system issues and products as requiredAbility to communicate ideas in both technical and user‑friendly languageHighly self‑motivated and directedAbility to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environmentStrong customer service orientationExperience working in a team‑oriented, collaborative environmentSeniority LevelMid‑Senior levelEmployment TypeFull‑timeJob FunctionInformation TechnologyIndustriesMining #J-18808-Ljbffr