Business Analyst (Non-IT) 3

Aston Carter•Peoria, IL

2d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This Business Analyst (Non-IT) role focuses on business operations and vendor relationship management for non-IT projects. The position sits above an administrative level and below management, supporting project managers and directors by maintaining project management processes, including goals, deadlines, metrics, and budgets. You will act as a key liaison across business units, contribute to strategic planning and resource allocation, and provide analytical insights on business trends, revenues, and expenses.

Requirements

5–7 years of relevant experience in business analysis, business operations, finance, or a closely related field.
Advanced Excel experience, including complex formulas, data analysis, and reporting.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to various stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in contracts, budgets, metrics, and documentation.
Customer service mindset and strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective vendor and internal relationships.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
Knowledge of business and management principles related to strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to daily work as needed.
Ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses to support planning and forecasting.
Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
Bachelor’s degree in business management, economics, finance, accounting, or a relevant field, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with enterprise applications is a plus and will support more advanced reporting and analysis.
Master’s degree in a relevant field is accepted and considered beneficial.
Internship experience in business analysis, operations, finance, or related roles is accepted as part of overall experience.
Experience in roles such as Demand and Order Analyst or similar positions provides a strong foundation for this role.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, documents, and deadlines effectively.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate within small teams while also working independently.
Interest in gaining exposure to a large, complex corporate environment with potential for future career opportunities.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain clear and consistent communication services across business units and between project teams and the broader organization.
Maintain accurate storage and efficient retrieval of all project communications data and business metrics to support reporting and decision-making.
Review contracts, cost proposals, and contract supplements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with business objectives.
Set up project structures and work breakdown structures that support effective project planning, tracking, and execution.
Establish, document, and refine business processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and control across operations.
Track project budgets and expenditures, monitoring transaction controls and actual costs against approved budgets.
Identify and predict potential budget overruns and provide well-supported recommendations and solutions to mitigate financial risk.
Analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Apply accounting and mathematical principles as needed to validate financial data and support business analyses.
Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals, deadlines, metrics, and budgets are clearly defined, monitored, and achieved.
Use advanced Excel and other enterprise applications to build reports, dashboards, and analytical models that support business decisions.
Work independently, managing your time and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and support multiple concurrent initiatives.