University of Minnesota logo

Reporting Accounting Business/Systems Analyst 2

University of Minnesota
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • $74,608–$88,854 Per Year
8 days ago

Job Description

About the Job

  • Please note this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship.*

The University of Minnesota is committed to fostering local talent through employment opportunities.

This position utilizes a predominantly hybrid work modality; prospective applicants must be located

either in the state of Minnesota or near the Wisconsin border or otherwise open to relocation.

Position Overview: The Business Analyst will support the information needs of University faculty, staff,

and administrators by working with the Business Process Owners creating and maintaining financial

related solutions that support business processes and management decisions in central, collegiate, and

departmental units.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Production Support (30%):

This comprises all activities to resolve production related issues within assigned module

responsibility. Issues are initiated as a result of business process or system related errors. Issues

are usually initiated as a result of nightly/daily batch processing, End User Community and or

identified Business Process Owners (BPO).

Analysis, Functional Design, Report Development (30%):

Represents any and all effort to implement new functionality or resolve issues requiring significant

analysis and development. This will include functional design and may include specific report (BI

Publisher) or RPD (OBIEE core metadata model) development work.

Testing (30%):

This comprises all testing efforts associated with application development and or system

maintenance. System Test and Regression Testing on a scheduled release cycle.

Special Projects (10%):

This comprises all activities/projects that could be considered one off or possibly cyclical.

Examples of this are:

Application Upgrade Planning and Execution

Fiscal Year End Processing

Related Business Process Software Implementation

Qualifications

  • Please document qualifications on resume*

Required Qualifications:

BA/BS plus at least two years of work experience in the areas of business or systems process analysis or masters degree.

Strong technical skills and aptitude, including familiarity with development processes and

methodology.

Knowledge of both Relational and Dimensional Database design.

Experience communicating effectively with business and IT professionals at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in an analyst capacity with PeopleSoft, SAP, or other enterprise

financial systems.

Knowledge of Oracle Analytics Cloud 'OAC' (OBIEE Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise

Edition) and or similar business intelligence software.

Experience in Data Warehousing and related report analysis, design and development.

Understanding of information needed to support business processes and decisions.

Experience communicating effectively with business and IT professionals at all levels.

Previous employment experience in higher education, government, or a public entity.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the above. The employer reserves the

right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $74,608 - $88,854 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
  • Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • University HSA contributions
  • Disability and employer-paid life insurance
  • Employee wellbeing program
  • Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
  • Financial counseling services
  • Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
  • Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the

time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures

that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while

maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and

equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates

will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Required application materials:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nations most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMinneapolis, MN
IndustryEducation
Salary$74,608–$88,854 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://twin-cities.umn.edu/

About Company

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research.  Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

Our institution is dedicated to changing lives through research, education, and outreach. The Office of Information Technology (OIT) - the University’s central IT department - works to support and advance this mission and to support overall academic advancement. Our dedicated IT professionals connect students, faculty, and staff with innovative services to meet their teaching, learning, research, and administrative needs. The Office of Information Technology offers an environment of trust, collaboration, and mission-focused work. Join us and support innovation and engagement through technology!

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Analytics Cloudunmatched
  • Business Analysisunmatched
  • Business Intelligenceunmatched
  • Business Intelligence Softwareunmatched
  • Business Process Managementunmatched
  • Business Processesunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • Business Supportunmatched
  • Capacity Analysisunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Data Warehousingunmatched
  • Database Designunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
  • Employee Retentionunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Financial Servicesunmatched
  • Financial Systemsunmatched
  • Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Metadataunmatched
  • Nonprofitunmatched
  • Oracleunmatched
  • Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE)unmatched
  • Peoplesoftunmatched
  • Pharmacyunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Analysisunmatched
  • Process Developmentunmatched
  • Production Supportunmatched
  • Retirement Planunmatched
  • SAPunmatched
  • Software Developmentunmatched
  • Software Upgradesunmatched
  • Systems Analysisunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • Testingunmatched

Be found by employers

5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

Level up your application

Professional resume templates

Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

Free resume templates

Free resume builder

Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

Free resume builder