IT Enterprise Business Analyst 2

State of Georgia; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia’s State Accounting Office is seeking an IT Enterprise Business Analyst 2 to support ERP financial modules such as General Ledger and Budgets. This role requires collaboration with functional and technical teams to refine requirements and design configurations that maximize system value for state agencies and stakeholders.

Applicants should have an associate degree and several years of related experience, with strong analytical, testing, and training skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and three years of related experience, or two years at IT Enterprise Analyst 1 or position equivalent.
• Experience with ERP financial modules is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze information to determine nature and extent of customer requirements and concerns.
• Change system configuration(s) to address business needs, regulatory requirements or other functional or legislative requirements.
• Test configurations to ensure alignment with requirements.
• Develop training materials and deliver training.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve business processes.

Skills

Analyze information

Define functional needs

Develop solutions

Document standards

Communicate with stakeholders

Training delivery

Project collaboration

ERP knowledge

Testing planning

Education

Associate degree

Tools

PeopleSoft/Workday ERP

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

IT Enterprise Business Analyst 2

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

IT Enterprise Business Analyst 2

Agency

State Accounting Office

Job Requisition ID

JR0000004267

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

SALARY RANGE: $56,310.72 - $73,677.24

Job Description

The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers.

IT Enterprise Business Analyst 2 must have experience in one or more finance related modules, preferably General Ledger, and/ or Budgets in an Enterprise Resource Planning platform. The incumbent will work closely with Functional and Technical Developer teams to support the State Financials system. Leveraging relevant knowledge of general ledger, budgets, and as well as other related accounting considerations. The incumbent will provide high-quality support and leadership for the optimal design and configuration of the system to ensure maximum benefit to our customers. This incumbent will also be required to work in partnership and independently with the relevant Business Owner organizations and other functional subject matter experts (as required) to identify and refine business requirements and assist in creating the functional design and architecture necessary to support the requirements. It is also expected that this incumbent will be familiar with full lifecycle development processes and perform all expected functional procedures as required. Finally, personal commitment to serving the customer with excellence, competence, proficiency, and courtesy will be essential.

Important Notes

Candidates interested in employment with the SAO must:

• Successfully pass a background check, including, criminal background/records check, employment and education verification, employment reference checks, credit evaluation and professional license checks, where applicable
• Upon, and throughout, employment, both reside and work in the State of Georgia; and
• Have current legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The SAO does not sponsor, or support employment based on non-immigrant visas, now or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B, F1, M1, J1, E2 or any other visa category

IT Enterprise Business Analyst 2 (FSCM) - ( ITP181 )

Pay Grade

M

Salary Range

$56,310.72 - $73,677.24

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree and three (3) years of related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level IT Enterprise Busi Analyst 1 (ITP180) or position equivalent.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyzes information to determine nature and extent of customer requirements and concerns
• Changes system configuration(s) to address business needs, regulatory requirements or other functional or legislative requirements
• Test configurations to ensure alignment with requirements
• Assist in the development of training materials
• Delivers training as assigned
• Works collaboratively with cross-functional team to ensure business processes are effective and efficient
• Consults with technical and business staff to ensure that functionality is consistent with adherence to laws, regulations, and best practice standards
• Tests or coordinates testing of new functionality
• Assists in the development of standards and procedures used in development of new or enhancement of existing systems
• Participates in evaluation of new technologies, enhancements, or solutions to improve service and efficiency of systems
• Research and analyze system/user problems by applying a variety of analytical and research techniques
• Translates business needs into functional and technical requirements
• Updates relevant training material related to the ERP platform
• Develop detailed functional designs as needed

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to research, analyze information and make recommendations
• Ability to determine functional needs and system requirements
• Ability to develop solutions based on analysis
• Ability to document project standards and methodologies
• Ability to apply standards and methodologies
• Knowledge of customer needs and gather business requirements
• Knowledge of data extraction methods
• Ability to analyze system and data to determine extent of problem or error
• Ability to work with other IT units/staff to diagnose problems
• Ability to communicate information to stakeholders and customers
• Ability to develop effective and feasible business area solutions
• Ability to create testing plans and scripts
• Ability to execute test scriptsAbility to conduct training sessions
• Ability to coordinate between multiple workgroups
• Ability to adhere to deadlines
• Demonstrated proficiency in relevant analytical abilities
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written formats
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with functional and technical teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PeopleSoft, Workday or other ERP financial modules
• Experience in local, state or county government or other public sector entity
• Writes and interprets functional and business requirements as an input to application design
• Seeks innovative approaches to improve the process of delivering financial accounting and reporting solutions to customers

GA@WORK Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Level of Accountability Shared Responsibility
• Responsibility Policy Compliance
• Security Risk Level: High
• Training & Support:
• Integration w/ Standard Duties:
• Role-Specific Additions:

Additional Information

Please complete all sections of the application. A resume does not substitute for a complete work experience section.

All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the published closing date once a suitable applicant pool is identified.

The State Accounting Office is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The State Accounting Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree and three (3) years of related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level IT Enterprise Busi Analyst 1 (ITP180) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.