Business Analyst II

Job#: 3028594

Job Description:

Role: Business Analyst

Rate: 42/hr

Location: 4x per week onsite in Houston, TX (77002)

Project Duration: 6+ Months

The main function of a Business Analyst to maintain vendor relationships, acting as a business analyst for non-IT projects or filling organizational roles above an administrative level, but below a management level. Other responsibilities may include maintaining all project management processes, including project goals, deadlines, metrics and budget.

Job Responsibilities:

Establish and maintain communication services across business units or from the project team to the organization.

Maintain the storage and retrieval of all project communications data and business metrics.

Review contracts, cost proposals and contract supplements.

Set up project and work breakdown structures.

Establish and document business processes.

Track project budgets and expenditures, monitor transaction controls and costs against budgets.

Predict potential budget overruns and offer solutions.

Skills:

Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and manage one's time.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.

Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed.

Ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses.

Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel; Enterprise Application experience a plus.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business management, economics, finance, accounting or relevant field required.

2-4 years experience required.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.