Business Consultant

About the role

Serves as a business function expert on one or more teams, representing the operational interests of one or more business units. Identifies various business aspects of projects that may need modification during changes in the project’s design and development. Provides guidance/training to other team members/business partners to improve performance. Develops and analyzes data models and reports and prepares recommendations for management review. Conducts application/technology demonstrations and briefings to various groups and levels of management. Provides expert advice, guidance and counsel to team members/business partners. Leads activities related to conducting complex analysis, evaluating alternatives and making recommendations for innovative and effective business solutions. May lead a team of individuals to complete specific project tasks. Develops project/business objectives, requirements and cost benefits as projects/business plans are initiated. Updates status of project/business solution to management over the course of the project. Develops, reviews, revises, and updates documentation pertaining to project/business activities (e.g., specification documents, on-line help, sign of processes/product lines, procedures, etc.). Coordinates, develops and defines strategy/approach for department/project (e.g., unit, system, acceptance sing). Provides expertise and makes recommendations regarding changes/enhancements to applications/technology across multiple business areas. May act as a liaison between assigned department/project and internal and external contacts.

Responsibilities

• Identifies various business aspects of projects that may need modification during changes in the project’s design and development.
• Provides guidance/training to other team members/business partners to improve performance.
• Develops and analyzes data models and reports and prepares recommendations for management review.
• Conducts application/technology demonstrations and briefings to various groups and levels of management.
• Provides expert advice, guidance and counsel to team members/business partners.
• Leads activities related to conducting complex analysis, evaluating alternatives and making recommendations for innovative and effective business solutions.
• May lead a team of individuals to complete specific project tasks.
• Develops project/business objectives, requirements and cost benefits as projects/business plans are initiated.
• Updates status of project/business solution to management over the course of the project.
• Develops, reviews, revises, and updates documentation pertaining to project/business activities (e.g., specification documents, on-line help, sign of processes/product lines, procedures, etc.).
• Captures and communicates project/business progress to stakeholders.
• Coordinates, develops and defines strategy/approach for department/project (e.g., unit, system, acceptance sing).
• Provides expertise and makes recommendations regarding changes/enhancements to applications/technology across multiple business areas.
• May act as a liaison between assigned department/project and internal and external contacts.

Requirements

• Project coordination and/or leadership experience
• Business planning and consulting
• Researching, analyzing, identifying and resolving moderately complex to complex business problems
• Participation on project teams
• Developing data models using spreadsheet applications
• Analyzing data models/reports and preparing recommendations form management review
• Providing guidance to less experienced staff/team members
• Preparing written proposals/reports

Qualifications

• Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Project coordination and/or leadership experience, Business planning and consulting, Researching, analyzing, identifying and resolving moderately complex to complex business problems, Participation on project teams, Developing data models using spreadsheet applications, Analyzing data models/reports and preparing recommendations form management review, Providing guidance to less experienced staff/team members, Preparing written proposals/reports
• Knowledge and Skills: PC software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access ,Visio, MS Project), Project management tools (GANTT, Pert charts, Project Professional, MS Project, etc.), Planning, organizing and decision making, Analysis, compilation and interpretation of data, Preparation and presentation of materials, Achieving stated objectives within designated timeframe, Explore alternative approaches to existing processes and project objectives, Perform a variety of concurrent activities, Work with others in a team environment, Excellent oral and written communication skills to include report generation and presentation of major reports
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Operations Research, Information Technology or related field, PMP Designation, Related professional or technology certification/designation

Skills

• Knowledge of Salesforce and Axis

Designation

May act as a liaison between assigned department/project and internal and external contacts.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid work arrangement (time spent in office and remote). Depending on the employee's role and leadership's assessment, some employees will come in to an ACG facility on a weekly basis, a monthly basis, or on an "as needed" basis for key meetings and collaborative activities. Most employees will be required to come into the office, at a minimum, for important departmental meetings or team building events.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

A competitive salary of $68,000 - $75,000 annually with annual bonus potential based on performance.

Comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

• Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services)
• Financial Protection & Insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options
• Retail Savings
• 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax
• Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting
• Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual-based, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment
• Full-time new employees will receive up to 12 PTO days annually; accrual based on start date and may include additional PTO based on role and/or state & local requirements
• Part-time employee PTO hours are calculated based upon the standard weekly hours the employee is scheduled to work and will accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per month
• Paid Holidays: Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Holidays vary by business unit schedules
• Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays. Holidays vary by business unit schedules
• Paid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave
• Career Growth & Education
• Tuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG)
• Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs
• Opportunities for career development and advancement
• Additional Perks
• Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts
• Adoption assistance program