Funky Tech (Functional Business Analyst)

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• Compensation: $55,000 /yr
• Worksite Location: NCAT Campus

Overview / Job Summary:

We are seeking a Funky Tech (Functional System Analyst) to support our Human Resources & Finance team by providing functional use support, process improvement, and ongoing management of our HRIS System (Banner) and its interfaces with other systems. This role is essential to the optimization of internal personnel, budget & payroll processes\systems, ensuring efficiency and alignment with the organization's goals.

The position involves a balanced combination of technical, functional, and support-related tasks. You will analyze both Finance & HR processes, troubleshoot system issues, and drive best practices across operation, partnering closely with the Finance, HR and IT teams to ensure system improvements and automation initiatives are successfully implemented.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but are not limited to:

• Analyzes existing processes and procedures in the functional user departments, identifies problems and areas for improvement, and provides solutions and enhancements.
• Designs, develops, and implements new processes and procedures in the functional user departments.
• Acts as a liaison between functional user departments and Information Technology to effectively manage projects and tickets to resolution and recommend additional development based on needs.
• Works directly with IT Developer team to assist in overall project management and communication.
• Assists in the designing, configuring, developing, testing, and implementing of approved applications, including web forms, interfaces, etc.
• Prepares and maintains forms, documentation, and manuals as needed for effective implementation, maintenance, and continued operation of applications.

The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with the team and technical staff to test upgrades, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless integration between the HRIS (Banner) and other organizational systems. This role is crucial in driving systems automation and process improvement, while also ensuring that the HRIS remains user-friendly and up to date.

Education:

• Associate degree, required.  Bachelor’s preferred. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Understanding of relational databases and student information systems (ex. Banner, Jenzabar, PeopleSoft, etc.) Familiarity with Banner preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll processes; preferred.
• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment, including ability to use Microsoft Office desktop tools (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Ability to read and understand the functional logic of SQL queries.
• Experience in analyzing, documenting, and modifying business requirements.
• Experience in reporting and data analysis through the use of reporting software.
• Ability to diagnose & troubleshoot application errors.
• Project planning experience preferred.

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