BAFO Business Analytics Specialist

Thank you for your interest in The University of New Orleans. Once you start the application process, you will not be able to save your work, so you should collect all required information before you begin. The required information is listed below in the job posting. You must complete all required portions of the application and attach the required documents in order to be considered for employment. Department OPH-Bureau of Administration and Financial Services Job Summary Job Description Supports the LDH Office of Public Health's Bureau of Finance and Operations by providing in-depth financial and operational analysis to guide strategic decision-making and enhance program integrity. Leads in the analysis of financial and operational data; contributing to financial planning efforts. Collaborates across the Bureau and Office to ensure accurate data reporting, efficient operations, and compliance with federal and state requirements. Leads in the analysis of financial transactions and processes to identify areas for efficiency and effectiveness improvement for the Bureau of Finance and Operations (BFO) Provides support and guidance to maximize funding through the cost allocation process and utilization of resources. Ensures compliance with cost allocation policy, including tracking, monitoring, and correction of improper cost allocation. Leads the development of tracking and reporting tools to assist in monitoring OPH grant and contract activities. Supports data-driven decision-making by providing insights into grant performance and utilization trends. Prepares financial, programmatic or administrative reports as requested by Office of Public Health management and leadership. Provides administrative support to the OPH Budget, Revenue, Grants Management and Operations and Support Services Unit Develops training materials and modules to facilitate training with program staff on fiscal responsibilities, reporting timelines, and procedural updates. Provides support for consistent internal reviews of all fee collections, fee schedules, and provider enrollment activities through collaboration with LDH Medicaid, safety audits, and property and inventory control for the Office of Public Health. Monitors subrecipient contracts and support risk assessment and audit preparedness. Ensures consistency in documentation and reporting across all program areas. Works on special projects as assigned by LDH functional manager. Other tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Bachelor's Degree, or Associates degree with 3 years professional experience, or 6 years professional experience in lieu of the degree. Minimum 4 years professional experience in cost or financial analysis. Minimum 3 years professional experience preparing reports. Excellent analytical skills, effective organizational and time management skills. Great attention to detail and follow up. Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities. Proficient in the use of analytics software (Tableau, MS Power BI, SAS, etc) and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel. DESIRED: Advanced degree. Minimum 5 years professional experience in cost or financial analysis. Minimum 4 years professional experience preparing reports. Minimum 2 years professional experience in financial auditing. Relevant industry certifications. SALARY: 80-90k Required Attachments Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section. Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience; Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems; Names and contact information of three references; Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered. Posting Close Date This position will remain open until filled. Note to Applicant: Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the University of New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. The University of New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor. Located on the southern shore of Lake Pontchartrain, only 15 minutes from the French Quarter, the University of New Orleans occupies a 195-acre campus in one of the finest residential areas of the city. Founded in 1958, the University of New Orleans was the first integrated university to open in the South. UNO has graduated more than 80,000 alumni - more than half of whom live and work in the greater New Orleans metropolitan area. Ranked Top 50 in the Nation for Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report. The Brookings Institution ranked UNO third in the nation for providing equal access to higher education for students from all income levels. The University of New Orleans is the most ethnically diverse college in Louisiana according to College Factual, a data analytics company that focuses on higher education outcomes. For years, UNO has appeared on U.S. News & World Report's least debt list (schools whose graduates have the least amount of debt) among national universities. The University has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research University (high research activity), one of fewer than 100 public universities that holds this prestigious designator. The University of New Orleans is also a major business driver in metro New Orleans, generating a total economic impact of $470.5 million for metropolitan New Orleans in the 2014-15 fiscal year. UNO Welcomes Job Applicants from Varied Backgrounds The University of New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.