Business Analyst 2 - Hybrid Remote | Wfh

Location: Atlanta, GA (HYBRID)
Interview: In Person Only
Work Schedule: This position will involve working in the office for 4 days a week and 1 day remotely initially. After the first 90 days, we are flexible and open to adjusting it to 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
About Us
We are a state organization dedicated to building strong and vibrant communities. We offer a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment, and we are seeking a dedicated, service-oriented, and flexible team member to join us.
Position: Business Analyst
Overview
As a Business Analyst with us, you will play a vital role in analyzing the business needs and operational requirements of two major functions within our organization: grants management and loan servicing. Your mission will be to translate these needs into innovative technological solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and elevating customer service. You will have the opportunity to exercise independent judgment and initiative to evaluate and document business processes, anticipate requirements, uncover areas for improvement, and develop and implement solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Gain a comprehensive understanding of grants management and loan servicing operations.
Utilize various tools such as activity diagrams, scenarios, business analysis, flowcharts, and interviews to interpret and document business needs.
Gather information from multiple sources, critically evaluate it, reconcile conflicts, and distinguish user requests from their true needs.
Collaborate proactively with the technology team, program staff, and senior leadership.
Create requirement specifications using standard templates and natural language.
Deliver work products throughout the project life cycle.
Ensure system design aligns with user needs.
Work independently and deploy effective project management techniques.
Utilize various databases and spreadsheets.
Understand funds distribution and payment processing.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Apply technology effectively to tasks and demonstrate a keen attention to detail.
Analyze and problem-solve efficiently.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university AND two to three years of experience related to the area of assignment. (An equivalent combination of education and job-specific experience may be considered.)
Professional Experience As a Business Analyst (Required 3 Years).
Experience with grants management and loan servicing processes (Highly Desired).
Experience evaluating business processes, anticipating requirements, uncovering areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions (Required 2 Years).
Experience identifying trends, discrepancies, and variances to improve operational efficiency (Required 2 Years).
Experience creating detailed reports and delivering presentations (Required 2 Years).
Experience Performing User Acceptance Testing (Required 2 Years).
Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills (Required).
The ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate closely with them to determine acceptable solutions (Required).
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook (Required).
Excellent Planning, Organizational, And Time Management Skills (Required).
Statistical, financial, or operational data analysis and reporting in the functional area of federal and state grant programs (Desired).
Experience assisting with orientation, training, or providing task guidance to collaborative team members and division partners (Desired).
Experience supporting the user community in the use of functional business tools and support systems (Desired).
Salary: $ 40,000.00 140,000.00 Per Year