Business and Reporting Analyst

Position Summary

The Business and Reporting Analyst will be responsible for analyzing business data, generating insightful reports, and managing projects that drive business performance. This position will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business needs, gather and analyze data, and create actionable reports that support strategic decision-making.

Position Responsibilities

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities and skills.

• Analysis and Reporting:
• Collects and analyzes datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can be used to implement business improvements.
• Creates ad-hoc reports to support specific business needs or projects.
• Interprets data and provides actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborates with business and vendor teams to improve business processes and reporting.
• Business Analysis:
• Works with business units to understand their goals, challenges, and data needs.
• Conducts gap analysis to identify areas for improvement in business processes.
• Develops business cases for new initiatives or process improvements.
• Project Management:
• Leads or supports project management activities for agency specific initiatives.
• Utilizes project management tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, Trello, or Microsoft Project to manage tasks, timelines, and deliverables related to business processes and reporting.
• Collaborates with the Development & Support team to ensure business initiatives and reporting requirements are completed on time and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Process Improvement:
• Analyzes existing business processes and identifies opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Implements process improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.
• Monitors the impact of process changes and makes adjustments as needed.
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Serves as a liaison between business units, IT, and senior management to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Presents findings, reports, and project updates to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and drive business outcomes.
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Superb project management skills
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and process improvement skills
• Attention to Detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Stakeholder management
• Proficient in project management tools
• Innovative mindset to provide creative solutions
  
  

Education & Experience

The preferred minimum qualifications for this position are:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, data science, or a closely related field; PLUS three (3) years of experience in business analysis, data analysis, or a closely related field.
• OR seven (7) years of experience in business analysis, data analysis, or closely related field.
• OR a combination of education and/or experience
  
  

Preference May Be Given To Candidates Who

• Proven experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.
• PMP, CAPM, or other relevant project management certification.
• Proficiency in using project management tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, Trello, or Microsoft Project to manage project tasks, timelines, and collaboration.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to non-technical audiences.
  
  

Special Requirements

• The schedule for this position may vary and require flexibility, including some early or late shifts, weekends, and occasional overtime, based on the needs of the agency.
• This position may be eligible for occasional telework based on the needs of the agency (Director approval required). If approved, the telework location must have a reliable, secure internet connection.
• This position may require occasional travel. The selected candidate must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel. State vehicles may be available, but reliable transportation may be required for local travel.
• This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday.
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.