Senior Business Data Analyst

Capitalizing on over 140 years of history and tradition in downtown Los Angeles, the University of Southern California (USC) has embarked on an unprecedented period of expansion. USC is now poised to take its place as the preeminent research institution of the 21st century and we are looking for skilled, motivated professionals to help forge the future of higher education.

The USC Finance Division Office of Budget and Planning is seeking a Senior Business Data Analyst to join its team.

THE WORK YOU WILL DO

The Senior Business Data Analyst is responsible for performing data analyses and assists in interpretation of results using a variety of techniques to support business practices. The selected candidate will work with management to obtain and identify analytical requirements. Provide recommendations and conclusions gained from analyzing data using statistical methods and tools. Research best practices, develop benchmarks, and provide dashboard metrics to management leadership. Develop a variety of reporting tools for distribution. Ensure data accuracy. Provide input into decisions affecting business operations and strategic initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible in analyzing data, communicate findings, and sharing data recommendations with stakeholders to guide business strategies.
• Prepare, data cleansing, and working with complex data sets to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Collecting data, performing statistical analysis, producing reports, and collaborating with stakeholders on final output.
• Designing and maintaining data base.
• Develop, write, refine and test code and scripts to ensure the proper functionality of software applications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3 years; combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience.
• Experienced with Info Basic, Universe, and UNIX.
• Direct knowledge and experience in data modeling, data warehousing and reporting.
• Project management experience for complex projects.
• Demonstrated organizational, critical thinking, interpersonal, planning, problem solving, and business analytical skills.
• Able to work at a high functional and technical level.
• In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values of integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following: Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Science, Management Science or in related field(s).
• 5 years; combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience.
• Expert knowledge of Data Warehousing methods (e.g., Kimball) and Relational and Analytical data structures (e.g., RDBMS, OLAP).
• Impressive experience in designing managerial level presentations and reports.
• Outstanding skills in finding resolution to complicated problems while performing independently in a multifaceted environment.

About USC Finance Division:

USC Finance Division is a diverse group of innovative and talented professionals who provide high quality services in support of education and research at USC. The Finance Division is comprised of the following departments: Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Financial and Business Services, Office of the Comptroller; Office of Budget and Planning, Treasury, and Health Plans; Facilities Planning and Management, Audit Services, Risk Management, and Information Technology Services.

USC Finance Division values integrity, excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, well-being, open communication, and accountability.

The annual base salary for this position is $102,869.31. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

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Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree • 3 years; combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience. • Experienced with Info Basic, Universe, and UNIX. • Direct knowledge and experience in data modeling, data warehousing and reporting. • Project management experience for complex projects. • Demonstrated organizational, critical thinking, interpersonal, planning, problem solving, and business analytical skills. • Able to work at a high functional and technical level. • In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values of integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.