Associate Business Analyst

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Associate Business Analyst.

Position Details

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States

Division Office of Research Administration

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Salary Range 43,388.00 - 43,388.00

Pay Grade

E08

Posting Close Date open until filled

Job Summary

The Associate Business Analyst administers software solutions for ORA's functional areas (SOARFIN and InfoEd) as well as assisting with any computer issues users have. The ABA runs internal processes in USM's financial system, establishes new awards in the financial system, including determination of contract components for billing, revenue, and accounts receivable. Reviews software solutions for updates and tests/implements changes to environments.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages setup of new sponsored project awards in USM's complex financial system, including determination of appropriate billing, revenue, and accounts receivable plans. Notifies project directors of their project accounts, responds to questions, and provides resolution or referral. Performs all financial system processes related to project management including but not limited to billing, revenue, and F&A.

• Participates in software implementations, testing, and maintenance for ORA's functional areas. Includes creation of business process and scripts, user training, and problem solving. Evaluates and recommends technology solutions. Manages work orders for ORA technology and identifies and resolves problems with hardware and software.

• Provides standard and ad hoc reports for Deans, Directors, VPs, IHL and others related to ORA proposals, awards, and expenditures. Creates new data queries as required, and interacts with iTech on complex reporting requiring SQR programming.

• Reviews high-risk expenditure categories on externally funded projects for compliance with federal, state, and university standards. Interacts with other ORA staff, project directors, academic deans and directors to resolve expenditures that are not compliant. Identifies and recommends methods to strengthen internal controls and implements approved solutions.

• Communicates with faculty, staff, directors, deans, and others to answer questions, resolve problems, and improve process and procedure.

• Stays abreast of regulations affecting research administration.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Information or Systems Technology, or related field –OR- an Associate’s Degree/two years of college in Business, Information or Systems Technology or a related field and two years of related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience with meticulous data entry and analysis in complex systems.

• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, with skill in creating spreadsheets.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including ability to communicate technical information to university clients and ORA staff.

• Ability to complete assignments accurately, by the deadline, and with attention to detail.

• Ability to learn and explain policies and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Information or Systems Technology, or related field. Experience with Oracle products, SQL Developer, and InfoEd products.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.