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location: Austin, TX
Duration: 6+ Months (Possible extension after that)
Pay Rate: $65/Hr. to $70/Hr. (DOE)
Job Description:
The main function of a business analyst is 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. The business analyst usually reports to a project manager or director.
Job Responsibilities:
* Review and approve contracts, cost proposals and contract supplements.
* Approve project and work breakdown structures.
* Review and approve the documentation of business processes.
* Approve project budgets and expenditures, monitor transaction controls and costs against budgets.
* Predict potential budget overruns and offer solutions.
* Consult with corporate offices, project managers, auditors, client and sub-consultant representatives regarding future proposals.
* Prepare sub-agreements and review and input sub-consultant invoices to ensure contact compliance.
Skills:
* Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills.
* Strong ability to work independently and manage one s time.
* Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
* Strong ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed.
* Strong 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.
Top 3 must-have HARD skills:
1. Understanding of NetZero goals, science based targets and greenhouse gas protocol
2. Supplier lifecycle/supply chain experience
3. Strong analytical and presentation skills
Good to have skills:
1. Proven record of driving projects
2. Strong Communication skills
3. Stakeholder management