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Job Description
The Business Analyst will be responsible for analysing and evaluating business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and developing solutions to enhance finance operations. This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, and a deep understanding of business, finance and IT processes.
Conduct interviews, workshops, and surveys to gather finance operations team requirements from stakeholders.
Document and prioritize these requirements to ensure clarity and alignment.
Analyse data trends and metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
Use analytical tools to support decision-making and business strategies.
Evaluate current finance operations’ processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies.
Recommend enhancements or redesigns to improve productivity and effectiveness.
Collaborate with IT teams to design solutions that meet requirements.
Assist in the development of functional specifications and user stories for software development.
Help in the testing phase by creating test cases and validating that solutions meet the specified requirements.
Ensure that the final product aligns with business needs.
Serve as a liaison between finance operations team and technical teams to ensure all parties are informed and aligned.
Facilitate meetings and presentations to keep stakeholders updated on project progress.
Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for end-users.
Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting as users adapt to new systems or processes.
Occasionally assist with project management tasks, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within scope.
Monitor project milestones and communicate progress to stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements are as follows:
Experience, Knowledge & Skills required
Bachelor’s Degree
3-5 years of experience in business analysis or a related role
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Understanding of finance and general ledger concepts
Competency Descriptors
Analytical Skills - Ability to analyze complex data and processes to identify trends and insights as well as proficiency in using analytical tools & techniques
Communication Skills - Strong verbal and written communication for conveying information clearly and an ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, ensuring their needs are understood.
Problem-Solving - Aptitude for identifying issues and developing practical solutions which also includes creative thinking to approach problems from different angles.
Technical Proficiency - Familiarity with data analysis software, project management tools, and databases. Basic understanding of programming languages and software development processes.
Stakeholder Management - Skill in building relationships and managing expectations among stakeholders with a strong ability to negotiate and mediate to reach consensus.
Attention to Detail - Precision in documenting requirements and analyzing data with a keen thoroughness in testing and validating solutions.
Business Acumen - Understanding of business operations, industry trends, and market dynamics to be able to align technology solutions with business goals
Adaptability - Flexibility to adjust to changing business needs and project requirements and a willingness to learn new tools and methodologies as needed
Project Management Skills - Ability to manage timelines, resources, and project deliverables effectively. Familiarity with Agile would be beneficial.
Interpersonal Skills - Strong collaboration skills to work effectively in teams.
The Recruitment Process
TA Interview: This will be a discussion with a member of the TA Team to give you an understanding of our business, our culture & values and more context on the role. It will also allow up the opportunity to get to know you a little better and ensure OMI can meet your needs
Panel Interview: This will be with 2 members of the Senior Leadership of the Finance Team and 1 member of the HC Leadership Team
Technical & Psychometric Assessments: These will depend on the role and will sometimes happen concurrently with MIE & Internal Verification
Final Feedback
All About OMI:
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Please note that we will not be accepting applications after midnight on 6 October 2024
Skills
Business Operations, Business Processes, FinanceEducation
Bachelor Commerce: Accounting Finance (Required)Closing Date
07 October 2024The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.
Old Mutual Limited is pro-vaccination and encourages its workforce to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
All prospective employees are required to disclose their vaccination status as part of the recruitment process.
Please refer to the Old Mutual’s Covid-19 vaccination policy for further detail. Kindly note that Old Mutual reserves the right to reinstate the requirement to vaccinate at any point if it is of the view that it is imperative to do so.
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