Business Analyst - University of Georgia : Job Details

Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S13292P Working Title Business Analyst Department Terry-Business Office About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Advertised Salary $55,000-$60,000 + commensurate with experience Posting Date 02/24/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 04/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .Position Information Classification Title Business Operations Professional FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Completion of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or a related discipline with five to seven years of related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Preferred Qualifications Position Summary This position is responsible for business-related process improvement, analytics, and financial support for the Terry College of Business. It will collaborate regularly with the College's leadership and support personnel, as well as the Finance Division's Process Improvement team. This position will also serve as the Terry College financial liaison to the UGA Foundation. This position will provide administrators and stakeholders with programming, financial, and personnel data to assist in critical decisions related to hiring, budgets, and regulatory compliance. The Business Analyst position will also analyze, identify opportunities to optimize business processes, workflows, and reports to achieve improved outcomes and reduced costs. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies • Strong understanding of business operations and process management • Extensive working knowledge of Excel • Strongly preferred: Knowledge of Microsoft Power platform (Power Automate, Power BI, etc.) and/or related process automation and business intelligence tools • Knowledge of UGA's policies and procedures • Attention to detail • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to maintain effective working relationships using a teamwork approach and also work independently Physical Demands Working in a standard office environment. Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Project Management and Leadership

• Participate in business improvement projects to establish a continuous process improvement culture.
• Support the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives.
• Take on assignments and deliver expected project outcomes both independently and as a team.
• Understand and interpret data provided for all process improvement projects
• Analyze and compare data and documentation to identify trends and areas for improvement and communicate results
• Monitor process improvement performance and measure success using process maps, tables, and other charts for reporting purposes
• Other duties as assigned

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities Reporting & Business Analytics

• This position provides data analysis to State, University, and College decision-makers to support short-term actions and long-range strategies.
• Develops and maintains data dashboards for budget execution, staffing, personnel breakdowns, and other related data.
• Effectively considers appropriate inputs, data, information, trends, current issues, organizational or system anomalies, overall decision support from a strategic point of view. Uses clear understanding of data available, problem to be addressed, effective formatting to support management decisions.
• Build reports, process maps, business solutions, and processes to support unit operations and improve operational efficiencies.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities Terry Business Office Support

• Supports accountability efforts by pulling data for standard college reports, as well as ad hoc reporting.
• Performs research and analysis on specific issues and specialty reporting, as necessary.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert on systems, providing help desk support, training, and help documents to users.
• Assists and coordinates business office employees in training departments/units/employees on processes, programs, and changes.
• Acts as back-up for other Team Leads and serves as a liaison between other teams during periods of absences or vacancies.
• Oversees the Terry Business Office process for crowdsourcing requests.
• Serves as the P-Card Coordinator for Terry Business Office, ensuring completion and submission of monthly reconciliations to Procurement.
• Responsible for coordinating role changes and spend-level increases.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities UGA Foundation Financial Support for Terry College

• Provides financial oversight for college-managed foundation accounts.
• Maintains standing list of foundation accounts with no spending.
• Contacts spending authorities for under-spent accounts.
• Coordinates actions to consolidate accounts with expired purposes or infrequent spending.
• Oversees the Terry Business Office process for scholarship submissions and serves as the business office point of contact.
• Responds to Foundation and UGA Foundation requests for information.
• Coordinates with Office of Development and Alumni Relations to develop new accounts and update existing accounts.
• Serve as Business Office contact to help coordinate new professorship and endowment accounts and faculty appointments.

Percentage of time 20 Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Carmen Parr Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact PhonePosting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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