Senior Business AnalystThe University of Texas at Austin Staff • Austin, Texas, United States
Senior Business Analyst
The University of Texas at Austin Staff
- Austin, Texas, United States
- Austin, Texas, United States
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Oversees financial performance monitoring across designated areas of responsibility including sponsored projects, clinical trials, outpatient clinics, and programs Conducts complex variance analysis and identifies financial risks and opportunities Communicates financial analyses, budgets, and forecasts to leadership to support informed decision making Validates transaction coding and ensures compliance with financial policies Partners with operational and administrative stakeholders to support budget development and forecasting Advises leadership on budget alignment and resource allocation
Drives Operational Process Improvement
Leads initiatives to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency Conducts root cause analysis and recommends corrective actions Designs and implements process improvement frameworks Develops workflow models and performance metrics Documents process improvements and maintains records of changes and outcomes
Develops Advanced Data Reporting and Automation Tools
Designs and maintains complex dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms Automates recurring reports and data workflows to improve efficiency using reporting and analytical tools Synthesizes data from multiple systems to support decision making and assist leadership in anticipating downstream impacts Ensures data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with governance standards Provides actionable insights through advanced analytics and visualization
Leads Strategic Planning and Program Evaluation
Builds financial models to support long-term planning and strategic initiatives Conducts scenario analysis and forecasting for departmental growth Collaborates with leadership and cross-functional partners to align analytics with organizational goals Supports program reviews and performance evaluations Advises on resource optimization and investment strategies
Oversees Grant, Clinical Trial, Clinic, or Program Financials
Leads budget development for sponsored projects, clinical trials, programs, or outpatient clinics Monitors post-award, clinic, or program financial performance and compliance Prepares financial documentation for reporting and audits Collaborates with internal stakeholders across administrative, clinical, and operational functions Tracks effort reporting, allowable expenses, and regulatory requirements
Facilitates Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
Communicates complex findings and recommendations to senior leadership Leads cross-functional meetings and workshops to gather requirements Serves as a liaison between finance and operational stakeholders to support coordination and alignment Escalates issues and ensures timely resolution of analytics deliverables Maintains effective communication and follow through with external partners to support timely resolution and progress on initiatives Builds collaborative relationships across the organization
Marginal or Periodic Functions
Participates in enterprise-wide strategic initiatives and task forces Supports training and mentoring of junior analysts and staff Contributes to proposal development and associated financial planning Assists with vendor negotiations and contract evaluations Attends industry conferences and professional development events Performs related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field Five years of relevant experience in financial analysis, business operations, or data analytics Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel or comparable spreadsheet and data analysis tools Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate complex financial and operational information to a variety of stakeholders Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field Seven years of experience in a healthcare, academic, or research setting Experience with Tableau, SQL, ERP systems, and financial modeling Familiarity with sponsored projects, clinical trials, and outpatient clinic operations
Salary Range $85,000+ depending on qualifications Working Conditions
Standard office environment Repetitive use of a keyboard and computer Routine use of standard office equipment May be exposed to occupational hazards such as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications, and disoriented or combative patients
Required Materials
Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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