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Mercer Engineering Research Center · 21 hours ago

Business Analyst

Macon, GA 31207

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Mercer University is seeking a Business Analyst to identify challenges and recommend solutions that improve processes, systems, and financial outcomes. This role works closely with both technical and business teams, making it ideal for someone who enjoys collaboration and clear communication.

IndustrialLogisticsMechanical EngineeringNon Profit

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison between business teams, consultants and IT for system integrations, enhancements, and issue resolution

Assist with bi-annual Workday software updates and testing

Utilize data analytics and daily system monitoring to review integrations, identify issues, and collaborate with IT to troubleshoot and resolve problems

Identify opportunities for system optimization and enhancements; collaborate with vendors and staff to implement effective solutions

Assist with gathering and validating business requirements and participate in system design sessions for new platforms and applications

Research system and process issues and provide solution options, including alternative solutions when system limitations exist

Analyze cause-and-effect relationships of business problems, evaluate options, and recommend solutions, including documentation of pros, cons, risks, benefits, costs, and unintended consequences

Support Accounting and Accounts Payable functions, including: Preparing budget amendments, Approving expense reports, Processing journal entries, Providing backup support to the Accounts Payable office

Provide guidance on Workday processes, which are highly timing-dependent, including: Opening and closing accounting periods, Managing fiscal year-end activities prior to June 30, Coordinating communication between end users, Accounts Payable, and Purchasing

Initiate and manage the month-end close process, including a 15-step workflow that coordinates the sequence of activities across Finance departments

Analyze and determine the most effective order of close activities and ensure continuity and communication throughout the process

Provide follow-through and oversight to ensure timely and accurate close of financial periods

Document, maintain, and audit Workday roles and access, including annual access reviews

Ensure role assignments align with system design and security standards

Work directly with end users to troubleshoot business process issues

Clearly communicate technical concepts in business terms and provide clear documentation related to Finance applications, interfaces, data structures, and workflows

Participate actively in cross-functional teams and meetings to advance business processes and quality outcomes

Qualification

Workday FinancialsData analyticsAccounting principlesMicrosoft ExcelIntegration toolsInstructional skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsPresentation skills