University of Florida - Gainesville, FL
posted 5 months ago
The Finance Implementation Team Analyst plays a crucial role in the optimization of reporting and data visualizations for central post-award and departmental research administration at the University of Florida. This position is responsible for conducting needs assessments and gap analyses to document business requirements that align with industry best practices. The analyst collaborates across the enterprise and with peer institutions to identify functionalities in reporting and data visualization that meet the business requirements of the research enterprise. In addition to these responsibilities, the analyst collects, analyzes, interprets, and summarizes raw data to facilitate the conversion and cleanup of data from legacy systems to new ERP and supporting systems. This involves preparing data for leadership and key stakeholders, assisting them in identifying and implementing solutions that address the comprehensive needs of the research enterprise. The incumbent also participates in engaging end-users and other stakeholders, coordinating user acceptance testing, and providing immediate support to end-users after the system goes live. Furthermore, the analyst is tasked with developing training materials for end-users and translating functional business requirements into reporting and technical design decisions. This role is essential in ensuring that the transition to new systems is smooth and that users are well-equipped to utilize the new tools effectively.