Business Analyst- Houston
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Data Analysis & Presentation
* Develops business insights based on analysis of results and communicate key findings to various members of management to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
* Assists in the development of measurement processes/methods for assessing progress towards goals and project outcomes.
* Leads efforts to define business and systems requirements including documenting processes, business requirements and resulting technology needs.
* Prepares reports, performs analyses, and evaluates opportunities.
* Develops polished executive-level presentations and confidently delivers the information to internal business associates and external clients in a clear and concise fashion.
* Assists in identifying best practices through a review of processes.
* Establishes and maintains relationships with various departments.
* Assists with User Acceptance Testing by creating and executing test scripts for user stories, bugs and regression testing.
Project Management
* Gathers appropriate resources to complete assigned projects on time and within budget.
* Escalates obstacles/issues to meeting timelines and deliverables.
* Reports project status according to prescribed timelines for a given project.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT or directly related field.
Experience:
* Four (4) years’ experience as a Business Analyst.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* Communicates effectively in both written and oral
* Knowledge in operational business processes and systems
* Proficient in various software programs, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
* Demonstrated knowledge of process improvement
* Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and processes
* Good leadership, inter-personal and motivational skills
* Strong oral and written communication skills with all levels of management, end-users and peers
* Understanding of databases, logic views, query tools, and standard file layouts for conversions and interfaces