Associate Analyst - Data Analytics & Modelling Location: Forest Lodge
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: 0124993
Casual opportunity with the Financial Planning and Analytics business unit
Providing strategic finance reporting solutions and collaborating within the faculties
HEO 4 Step 1 $54.79 per hour plus Superannuation
About the opportunity
We are in a period of exciting development within our Finance division, striving to achieve a contemporary service uplift in line with the University's ambitious strategic plan.
As a result, we are seeking a Finance Analyst with proven BI skills to support the seamless design and delivery of fit-for-purpose data visualisations, models, and systems for budgeting and reporting purposes.
Your client-oriented approach is key as you will be building data models and platforms for a diversified client base spanning the wider finance teams and non-financial end users across the university.
In this role, you will be enabling the development and continuous improvement of enterprise-wider finance processes as you take the lead on UAT sessions and roll-out testing.
Instilling your user-centric approach, you will be required to troubleshoot and devise effective resolutions for escalated client queries and technical issues.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Support the implementation of an enterprise-grade BI solution in line with the university's strategic direction.
Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into data model specifications and visualisations.
Design and complete functional testing of reports and models with logged feedback.
Generate and support reports and data models in Power BI.
About you
Experience with BI/data visualisation tools – preferably Power BI.
Experience working with finance GL/payroll data will be highly regarded/preferred.
Educational background in business information systems, business analytics or accounting.
Familiarity with data warehousing and dimensional data modelling.
Previous exposure to Oracle reporting and planning would be favourable.
The ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
Outstanding presentation, communication and influencing skills.
Flexibility in their organisation and planning skills to balance competing agendas and demands in a fast-paced, time-pressured environment.
To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements.
If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve.
We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ.
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
How to apply
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Applications Close: Sunday 24 November 2024 11:59 PM
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