IT Business Analyst II

Key Job Responsibilities

• May work with external vendors or service providers (10%)
• Formulates and defines systems scope and objectives through research and fact-finding combined with an understanding of applicable business systems and industry requirements (5%)
• Devises or modifies moderately complex information systems including analysis of business and user needs, documenting requirements, and revising existing system logic difficulties as necessary (15%)
• Determines and recommends programs required for optimal problem solution within cost/performance objectives (5%)
• Participates in requirements planning and feasibility determination (10%)
• Performs analyses and prepares reports to ensure that programs meet or exceed schedule commitments (15%)
• Works on tasks including project or functional requirements, functional design, functional configuration, testing, and documentation (15%)
• Trains, serves as a resource, and provides guidance to other IT business analysts on routine problems, work processes, and policies (25%)

Required Qualifications

• Experience & Education: Minimum 3 years of experience and education in IT systems, business process and systems analysis, accounting, finance, or an equivalent field.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to maintain clarity, drive outcomes, and work effectively under pressure.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on translating technical concepts into user-friendly insights.
• Core Tools: Above-average knowledge of and proficiency in modern office productivity software, including Excel and Word (or similar application suites).

Preferred Qualifications

• SDLC Expertise: Proven experience navigating the system development and implementation lifecycle (SDLC), including a track record of independently developing high-quality functional requirement documents and/or system design documents.
• Domain Expertise: Knowledge of research administration, grants accounting, accruals, grants closeouts, month-end/year-end closing processes, and the development of institutional accounting policies and procedures.
• Modern ERP Experience: Experience implementing, upgrading, or optimizing major ERP financial software, with a strong preference for Workday.

Compensation

The starting salary for this position is $80,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. This position will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

Department

Office of Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR), Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP), Electronic Research, Business Systems Team

Contact Information

Kelly Marks, kelly.marks@wisc.edu

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