Business Analyst, Global Business Services

UCB•Atlanta, GA

2d•$88,000 - $116,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Business Analyst to join our Global Business Services team based out of our US headquarters in Smyrna, GA (hybrid, 2 days per week onsite) About the role We are seeking a Business Analyst who is passionate about leveraging analytics and automation to transform finance operations. You will play a key role in accelerating finance processes through automated process excellence across the various U.S. GBS functions including: Gross-to-Net (G2N) Accounts Receivable (AR) Accounts Payable (AP) Accounting & Reporting (R2R) Travel & Expense (T&E) The ideal candidate will work to ensure strategic alignment with global finance objectives, drive operational excellence, and foster cross-functional collaboration to support business growth and compliance. Who you’ll work with Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will actively engage with cross-functional teams throughout the organization, collaborating with both regional and global colleagues within the GBS functions to drive process optimization and deliver efficient, high-quality outcomes. You will be empowered to critically assess and reimagine existing processes by thoroughly analyzing current workflows, collaborating closely with organizational leaders, and proactively proposing innovative, strategic solutions that drive transformation and future readiness.

Requirements

Masters degree in Data Science, Business, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Engineering or other related field
3-5 years in business or comparable work experience

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience collaborating across teams within a matrixed organization
Proven ability to engage with management and effectively partner with stakeholders at all organizational levels
Skilled in identifying performance metrics and developing key performance indicators (KPIs)
Strong aptitude for explaining processes and envisioning innovative solutions
Familiarity with finance systems, especially SAP
Strong analytical mindset and a passion for automation and digital transformation
Ability to critically evaluate processes, identify gaps, and propose actionable improvements

Responsibilities

Drive cross-functional collaboration: Partner with the U.S. GBS teams to deliver streamlined, high-quality outcomes that support business growth, process efficiency, and compliance.
Lead process transformation: Analyze and reimagine existing workflows, proactively identifying opportunities for automation and continuous improvement.
Strategic partnership: Work closely with organizational leaders to recommend innovative solutions that position the organization for future success.
Champion operational excellence: Ensure alignment with global finance objectives, driving efficiency, compliance, and best practices across all GBS functions.
Challenge the status quo: Critically assess established processes and embrace change to foster a culture of innovation.
Harness advanced analytics: Utilize data analytics and visualization tools (Python, R, SQL, Power BI, Tableau) to generate actionable insights and support decision-making.
Implement automation solutions: Integrate process excellence technologies such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA), UiPath, and Alteryx to optimize operations.
Leverage modern data platforms: Employ platforms like Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, and OneLake to enhance data management and analytics capabilities.
Apply data science methodologies: Use machine learning, predictive analytics, and modeling tools to drive business insights and transformation.
Utilize project management best practices: Apply Agile methodologies and process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart) to manage projects efficiently, communication project status, and deliver results.