Senior Business Analyst - Information Technology

United Airlines • Chicago, IL • 1h ago

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Description

Job overview and responsibilities

The Senior Business Analyst will be responsible for understanding and documenting business requirements by providing strategic insights and recommendations for business improvement. In this role, you will facilitate the development of solutions that effectively meet business needs. The role involves working closely with stakeholders to define and prioritize business requirements and ensure that the solutions developed by IT align with business strategy. This role emphasizes deep understanding of finance, stakeholder collaboration, and the use of predictive analytics to enhance analytics and decision-making.

The role:

Business Insights and Analysis:

Conduct deep-dive analyses into complex financial data to uncover trends and provide actionable insights

Utilize predictive analytics to forecast future financial scenarios and advise on potential business impacts

Tool Proficiency:

Effectively use analytical tools such as Power BI, OBIEE, Oracle Analytics, and Data Bricks to gather and interpret data, supporting business decision-making

Collaboration with Stakeholders:

Work directly with business units, including finance and operational teams, to define data requirements and business objectives

Translate these business needs into analytical projects

Collaborate closely with developers to ensure that financial analytics tools and systems are developed in alignment with both the technical roadmaps and business strategies

Simplify the communication bridge between finance stakeholders and technical teams to support effective implementation and ongoing enhancements

Project Management and Methodology:

Utilize Agile methodologies to manage multiple analytics projects, ensuring alignment with broader business goals and timely delivery of outcomes

Presentation and Reporting:

Prepare and present reports to senior management detailing findings, with clear visualizations and strategic recommendations to guide business decisions

Collaborate closely with developers to ensure that financial analytics tools and systems are developed in alignment with both the technical roadmaps and business strategies

Simplify the communication bridge between finance stakeholders and technical teams to support effective implementation and ongoing enhancements

Qualifications

What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Business, Finance, Economics or related field

3+ years of experience in a business analysis role, preferably within a finance or analytics-focused team.

Proven track record of delivering actionable business insights and managing analytical projects

Strong understanding of business analysis principles, methodologies, and best practices

Familiarity with agile project management methodologies, particularly Scrum and Kanban

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into understandable reports and presentations

Proficiency in data analysis and analytics, including the ability to interpret and communicate insights from data

Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and influence business decisions through data-driven insights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Master's degree

Relevant certifications in business analysis, such as CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) or certification in Agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban

Training or certification in analytics tools used in financial analysis, such as Power BI or Oracle Analytics, is advantageous

The base pay range for this role is $102,220.00 to $133,194.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com

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