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Strategic Business Analyst

Job IDEF-14-37-15-64-9F
CompanySimon Fraser University
LocationBurnaby
ProvinceBritish Columbia
Date Posted2023-02-02
Posted Until2023-02-16
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryEducation
Description
The Strategic Business Analyst is responsible for managing and driving successful completion of various initiatives and special projects involving the Vice-President Finance & Administration portfolio and for providing reporting and analysis supporting the University's strategic directions. The Strategic Business Analyst acts as an institutional resource and a change catalyst by providing professional guidance and recommendations to project managers and key decision-makers (Vice-Presidents, Directors, or other University senior leaders). The role is also responsible for developing and preparing impactful internal and external communication materials for priority projects / initiatives undertaken in support of the University's strategic framework.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a relevant discipline and five years of related experience in project management, research, financial data analysis, planning, report writing, and communications, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Good knowledge of business process mapping and business process re-engineering techniques.
Good knowledge of enterprise level information systems (e.g. PeopleSoft Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Business Intelligence (BI) applications).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational, project management, and planning skills.
Excellent communications skills (oral, written, and presentation).
Strong client service skills.
Excellent report writing skills.
Advanced skill in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with various levels within the University.
Ability to manage detail but also to envision the larger context of planning initiatives and projects.
Ability to research and analyze financial data and to prepare reports.
Ability to communicate the value and logistics of change management.
Ability to develop various communication materials for public presentation or for review by senior management.
Ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively with others.
Salary$81,153 To $96,913 Annually
LanguagesEnglish
How To ApplyClick "Apply Now" For more information and to apply online by February 13, 2023