Business Analyst

Company: Edcor
Location: Troy
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

Summary:The Business Analyst efficiently and effectively implements system design, functionality and enhancement.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)

• Responsible for formulating and defining system scopes, functionality and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of both business systems and client requirements.
• Effectively develops and modifies procedures to solve complex problems concerning information systems.
• Proficiently implement system design and enhancement.
• Conduct requirements analysis and functional specifications.
• Read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations.
• Efficient writing of reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Calculate figures such as discounts, interest commissions, proportions, percentages, circumference and volume.
• Ability to define problems collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.Skills/ Qualifications:
  • Possess excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Superior communication skills.
  • Possess an understanding of teamwork, and be willing to actively participate in teamed projects.
  • Ability to work in a structured environment and occasionally outside of standard core hours.Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or three (3) to five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.Visionary Leadership: Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.Leadership: Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.Managing People: Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills. Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.Quality Management: Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.Quantity: Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

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