Business Analyst, Intermediate
Intermediate Business Analyst
Job Summary
Performs complex or extensive scope business analysis work, including business process analysis, gathering information on and interpreting business requirements and models.
Responsibility
- Define scope and objectives on assigned projects.
- Prepare functional process charts to analyze business operations.
- Plan, design or modify practical manual and automated business procedures.
- Assist with the design of business processes and documentation.
- Prepare detailed specifications for business applications.
- Follow PPLM (Project & Product Linamar Methodology) on all Projects.
- Perform a lead role in the planning, design, development, and deployment of new business applications and enhancements to existing business applications.
- Meet with decision makers, systems owners, and end users to define business requirements and systems goals, and identify and resolve business systems issues.
- Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in making implementation decisions.
- Work with QA team to coordinate and perform in-depth tests, for modified and new systems.
- Analyze and organize large data sets to identify insights and present them in user-friendly formats, enabling informed business decisions.
- Conduct research on hardware and software products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing.
- Provide orientation and training to end users for all modified and new systems.
- Meet with clients to discuss topics such as project activities, technical specifications, current business practices, growth plans, regulatory and reporting requirements and security risks.
- Conduct unit testing to validate data accuracy and ensure system outputs align with business requirements and use cases.
- Check calculations on supplier invoices. Confirm quantities, prices and amounts, check tax calculations and verify totals.
- Various special projects and ad hoc requests as assigned.
Academic/Educational Requirements
- University degree or college diploma in the field of computer science, information science, management information systems, business administration, finance or a related discipline.
- PMI CAPM/PMP certification or relevant courses are preferred.
Required Skills/Experience
- Minimum of three years of work experience as a System Analyst, Project Lead, Business Analyst, Accounting or Finance Manager.
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS and / or Oracle database
- Knowledge of business applications (OneStream, SAP BPC) and ERP systems (IFS, SAP, JD Edwards, etc.).
- Ability to interpret process flow charts to understand what data is captured and how it travels between various applications and hardware components.
- Ability to assess the suitability of database platforms and software applications such as enterprise reporting tools and online transaction processing systems.
- Must have an in-depth understanding of project management methodologies and how to apply them.
- Ability to work independently and on teams
What Linamar Has to Offer
Competitive Compensation
Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
Opportunities for career advancement.
Sustainability Counsel
Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.