Business System Analyst

Job Title: Business System Analyst (Contract) - Job#5289

Location: Atlanta, GA - Hybrid

Job Description:
Our client is seeking a Business System Analyst to support anything to do with data end-to-end: Integrations, TBA, Platform, Data Engineering, AI, Reporting and Analytics, and Data Governance. We work on enterprise data, product, and technical program management.

Project
You will be working on various projects within a new program related to the content space.

Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role
Process Analysis and Improvement:

• Analyze existing business processes related to financial planning and sales operations, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to redesign processes that will enhance efficiency, accuracy, and alignment with Studios strategy.
• Document and map current and future state processes, providing clear and actionable insights to stakeholders.

Data Analysis and Reporting.

• Work with data teams to analyze financial, sales, and operational data, providing insights that will inform decision-making and prioritization within the program.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and visualizations that present data clearly and actionably to various stakeholders.
• Ensure that data integrity and accuracy are maintained throughout the analysis and reporting processes.

Stakeholder Management:

• Act as a liaison between business users and the technical program team, ensuring that business needs are clearly communicated and understood.
• Facilitate communication between Studios stakeholders and the CIO/CTO organizations, ensuring that all parties are aligned on program goals and deliverables.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on the progress of business analysis activities and any emerging issues or risks.

Solution Design Support:

• Work closely with solution architects, developers, and data teams to ensure that the proposed solutions meet the business requirements.
• Participate in the design of new systems or enhancements to existing systems, ensuring that they align with the functional specifications and business objectives.
• Assist in the development of test cases and scenarios to validate that the solutions meet the business needs.

Change Management and Training:

• Support the development and execution of change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and technologies within the Studios.
• Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for end-users to ensure they are fully equipped to use new tools and processes effectively.
• Monitor user adoption and provide ongoing support as needed to address any issues or concerns.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including business requirements, process flows, user guides, and training materials.
• Ensure that all documentation is up-to-date, accessible, and in compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements.

Must Have Skills / Requirements

• Business Analyst Experience
• Demonstrated ability to gather and document complex business requirements and translate them into functional specifications.
• Deep understanding of financial systems, sales planning tools, data management platforms, and enterprise technology architecture, business process improvement.
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI) and familiarity with SQL or other database query languages is a plus.

Nice to Have Skills / Preferred Requirements

• Strong understanding of the media and entertainment industry, particularly in the areas of content production and distribution, is a plus.
• Willingness to adapt to changing project requirements and environments.
• CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) or similar certification is preferred.
• Any relevant financial or data management certifications are a plus.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.