Business Intelligence Analyst

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

PSLF eligible

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Business Intelligence Analyst for the Main Campus in Gainesville to support the College of Public Health and Health Professions. The role develops and maintains reporting and dashboard solutions, analyzes data to guide decisions, and assists with application development and testing.

Reporting to the Executive Director for Finance and Administration, you will collaborate with stakeholders to drive efficiency, support ERP transitions, and provide actionable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Experience BI, reporting, and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Power BI and IBM Cognos dashboards.
• Analyze data from Snowflake and internal datasets for insights.
• Support financial forecasting and budgeting analyses.
• Create process documentation and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Business intelligence

Reporting

Stakeholder collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Power BI

IBM Cognos Analytics

Snowflake

Laravel

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Business Intelligence Analyst

Job No: 541102

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Information Technology, Physical/Mathematical Sciences

Department: 33010000 - HP-OFFICE OF THE DEAN

Job Description

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Executive Director for Finance and Administration and collaborating closely with the Application Developer Analyst, this position provides business intelligence, reporting, data analysis, process improvement, and application support for the College of Public Health and Health Professions. The role develops and maintains reporting and dashboard solutions, analyzes complex data to support operational and strategic decision-making, improves business processes, and assists with application development, testing, and documentation to enhance organizational effectiveness and support institutional initiatives.

Responsibilities Include

Business Intelligence and Data Analysis

• Extract, analyze, and cleanse data to deliver accurate, actionable business intelligence supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize data from Snowflake and/or IBM Cognos Analytics, and internal operational datasets to support business recommendations and decision-making.
• Assist with financial modeling and forecasting to support budget planning, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives.
• Identify and evaluate operational, financial, and academic data to assist college leadership with business strategy, benchmarking, and performance.

Reporting and Dashboard Development

• Develop and maintain scalable Power Apps, Power BI solutions, and interactive dashboards that provide actionable insights and support operational and strategic decision-making across the college.
• Create, maintain, and optimize IBM Cognos Analytics reports and dashboards to ensure stakeholders have access to accurate, timely, and actionable information. Ensuring a seamless transition from PeopleSoft to Workday to support the university's upcoming ERP transition.
• Generate recurring and ad hoc reports summarizing business, financial, operational, and compliance-related data for college and departmental leadership.
• Ensure reporting solutions align with business requirements and institutional reporting standards.

Business Process Analysis and Improvement

• This position supports a broad range of financial, operational, and compliance-related functions across PHHP, driving efficiency, transparency, and organizational effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain business process documentation utilizing Microsoft Visio, including workflow diagrams, process maps, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate process performance and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.

Application Development, Testing, and Support

• Assist the Application Developer Analyst with the development, enhancement, and maintenance of Laravel-based web applications.
• Conduct application testing, quality assurance activities, user acceptance testing, and validation of applications for functionality.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, user guides, process documentation, and system specifications.

Expected Salary

$75,000-$80,000 annually; commensurate with education and experience.

The University of Florida (UF) offers an exceptional benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; state retirement plans; a generous leave program; and tuition assistance. UF is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer. For more information on benefits, please visit UF HR Benefits and Rewards at https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Master's degree in health administration, business administration, computer science, information systems, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and effectively prioritize assignments to meet competing deadlines.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to evaluate business processes and develop effective strategies for continuous improvement.
• Experience developing and supporting business intelligence, reporting, and application solutions using technologies such as Laravel, IBM Cognos Analytics, Snowflake, Power BI, Microsoft Visio, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively through written, verbal, and presentation formats.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and leadership to achieve shared objectives in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Working knowledge of general office practices, procedures, and administrative operations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to represent the College and University professionally while exercising discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Commitment to providing high-quality customer service and support to faculty, staff, students, and university partners.

Health Assessment Required:No

Applications Close: 01 September 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.