Ampcus
Senior Business Analyst Job at Ampcus in Oakland
Ampcus, Oakland, CA, United States
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.
Job Title: Senior Business Analyst
Location(s): Oakland, CA
TOP THINGS LOOKING FOR:
1. Finance / Accounting background
2. Strong track record of working cross functionally
3. Quick learner
Position Summary
Senior Business Analyst to compile and analyze key metrics data to help leaders make informed business decisions. The analyst must have the ability to drive discussions with teams to assist with solving complex business problems. The successful candidate will work with multiple teams within the Information Technology Organization to develop and utilize financial and contracts metrics data for strategic business initiatives and operations. They will lead meetings, form teams, assign tasks, solve data driven problems and manage issues. The person will research best practices; develop internal and external benchmarks in support of helping leaders with business decisions. Additionally, they will have the ability to communicate and influence organizational change and gain organizational support. This role may require the analyst to perform quality assurance and business process improvement activities such as developing, managing, or coordinating performance or quality assessment, change management communications and training.
Job Responsibilities
Minimum:
Technical Skills:
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
Job Title: Senior Business Analyst
Location(s): Oakland, CA
TOP THINGS LOOKING FOR:
1. Finance / Accounting background
2. Strong track record of working cross functionally
3. Quick learner
Position Summary
Senior Business Analyst to compile and analyze key metrics data to help leaders make informed business decisions. The analyst must have the ability to drive discussions with teams to assist with solving complex business problems. The successful candidate will work with multiple teams within the Information Technology Organization to develop and utilize financial and contracts metrics data for strategic business initiatives and operations. They will lead meetings, form teams, assign tasks, solve data driven problems and manage issues. The person will research best practices; develop internal and external benchmarks in support of helping leaders with business decisions. Additionally, they will have the ability to communicate and influence organizational change and gain organizational support. This role may require the analyst to perform quality assurance and business process improvement activities such as developing, managing, or coordinating performance or quality assessment, change management communications and training.
Job Responsibilities
- Data Management: Maintain and improve financial databases and systems to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting capabilities.
- Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards highlighting key financial metrics, trends, and variances.
- Provides financial analysis on portfolio cost variances for plan vs. actual and can identify inappropriate charges by resources or vendors and makes appropriate corrections in SAP.
- Assist with the daily operations and provide general IT business & planning support.
- Extracting data from SAP and creating meaningful business intelligence reports and dashboards.
- Facilitate issue resolution for assigned contracts, including supporting or participating in formal dispute resolution as needed.
- Maintain written and electronic Contract documentation and records for all aspects of assigned contracts. Document contract information, contract development status, contract issues, commitments and contingencies related to assigned contracts in appropriate tracking tools, documents, databases, and systems.
- Perform and report on cost analysis on assigned contracts for financial reporting purposes.
- Take action to resolve all open items, manage communications, and perform administrative steps required at contract termination/expiration.
Minimum:
- Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or job-related discipline or equivalent experience
- 4 years job-related experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Project, Visio, PowerPoint and expert level Excel skills
- Power BI, Power Automate and Power Apps
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insights.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting.
- Financial Reporting: Excel and PowerPoint skills to provide monthly reporting.
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.