Business Systems Analyst
Sandy Spring Bank
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Columbia, MD
Contract type: Full time
About Us
Are you someone who seeks opportunity and has a true desire to grow your career with an organization that has enriched the lives of its clients and communities in the Greater Washington region for more than 150 years? If so, Sandy Spring Bank may be the perfect fit for you!
Sandy Spring Bank is a growing financial services company focused on creating real experiences for our employees, clients, shareholders and communities. We are proud to have been certified as A Great Place To Work, recognized by The Washington Post and the Baltimore Sun as a Top Workplace, by Forbes magazine as the #1 Bank in Maryland. It is our employees who play an integral role in shaping who we are as a company and upholding what matters most to us: people and relationships.
To help us attract the highest quality individuals, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. We offer competitive market salaries, paid time off, multiple retirement savings options, full health care options, life insurance, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, career development opportunities, tuition assistance and volunteer opportunities. We are proud to offer those, and so much more, making Sandy Spring Bank a remarkable place to work and build a career.
About The Job
Sandy Spring Bank is currently recruiting for a Business Systems Analyst. The Business Systems Analyst is responsible for conducting business process analyses, needs assessments, and preliminary cost/benefit analyses in an effort to align organizational technology solutions with business initiatives. Formulates and defines systems scope and objectives with an understanding of applicable business systems and industry requirements. Develops or modifies information systems while considering the business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment. Works closely with the business units to gain in-depth understanding of their business strategy, processes, services, roadmap and the context in which the business operates. Reviews assigned business processes from end-to-end to identify and address operational, financial and technological areas for improvement in efficiency.
Acts as primary interface between Technology, Operational, and Business areas on applying technology to business opportunities, planning and implementation of cross-functional applications, and ensures adherence to schedules and budgets. Leverages the understanding of systems, and relationships with business and IT players to create a collaborative work environment where performers are motivated to do what is best for the Bank and excel. Provides input to senior management on department/area-level challenges and opportunities.
Major Job Accountabilities
Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Work requires reasonable mobility in and around the work area. Ability to use standard computer and phone systems is required
Working Conditions
Normal office environment where there is almost no discomfort due to temperature, dust, noise, or other disagreeable elements.
Work includes little or no potential exposure to hazardous conditions.
Must be able to travel to remote company and/or client locations.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Compensation Information
At Sandy Spring Bank, compensation is one part of our total rewards package. Compensation within the range will depend on your skills, qualifications, education, experience, and location. Additionally, full-time and part-time positions may be eligible to participate in department or company-wide incentive plans.
Salary Range
USD $72,000.00 - USD $115,500.00 /Yr.
Additional Information
Sandy Spring Bank provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position, please call our job line at 1-800-399-5919 and select option 5. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Sandy Spring Bank partners with various job boards to advertise our openings. Please visit our website, www.sandyspringbank.com to confirm the validity of the job posting to avoid any potential fraudulent activity. We encourage and recommend all candidates to apply via our website.
Are you someone who seeks opportunity and has a true desire to grow your career with an organization that has enriched the lives of its clients and communities in the Greater Washington region for more than 150 years? If so, Sandy Spring Bank may be the perfect fit for you!
Sandy Spring Bank is a growing financial services company focused on creating real experiences for our employees, clients, shareholders and communities. We are proud to have been certified as A Great Place To Work, recognized by The Washington Post and the Baltimore Sun as a Top Workplace, by Forbes magazine as the #1 Bank in Maryland. It is our employees who play an integral role in shaping who we are as a company and upholding what matters most to us: people and relationships.
To help us attract the highest quality individuals, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. We offer competitive market salaries, paid time off, multiple retirement savings options, full health care options, life insurance, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, career development opportunities, tuition assistance and volunteer opportunities. We are proud to offer those, and so much more, making Sandy Spring Bank a remarkable place to work and build a career.
About The Job
Sandy Spring Bank is currently recruiting for a Business Systems Analyst. The Business Systems Analyst is responsible for conducting business process analyses, needs assessments, and preliminary cost/benefit analyses in an effort to align organizational technology solutions with business initiatives. Formulates and defines systems scope and objectives with an understanding of applicable business systems and industry requirements. Develops or modifies information systems while considering the business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment. Works closely with the business units to gain in-depth understanding of their business strategy, processes, services, roadmap and the context in which the business operates. Reviews assigned business processes from end-to-end to identify and address operational, financial and technological areas for improvement in efficiency.
Acts as primary interface between Technology, Operational, and Business areas on applying technology to business opportunities, planning and implementation of cross-functional applications, and ensures adherence to schedules and budgets. Leverages the understanding of systems, and relationships with business and IT players to create a collaborative work environment where performers are motivated to do what is best for the Bank and excel. Provides input to senior management on department/area-level challenges and opportunities.
Major Job Accountabilities
- BUSINESS ANALYSIS / INTERNAL CONSULTING
- APPLICATION IMPLEMENTATIONS
- PROJECT METHODOLOGY
- VENDOR LIAISON
Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Position requires 3-5 years or progressive IT experience, 1-2 years of proven experience as a business analyst / business systems analyst, and a B.S. in business/technology or related field. Must have experience in the following areas: Business analysis (e.g., analysis of business partnerships, financial models); technical & business requirements gathering, process reengineering; develop and implement training; design and write procedures; and application configuration and analysis.
- Must have proficiency in MS Office, Visio and / or other process diagramming tools. Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheet are highly desired. Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI is desired. Experience with ServiceNow PPM / SPM modules is a plus.
- Advanced problem-solving skills required in order to find solutions to problems that are technically complex and require collection, interpretation, and analysis of data from diverse sources. Situations require operational knowledge of all banking units and understanding of complex financial and programming analysis.
- Strong analytical and product management skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements.
- Ability to support PMIS systems, tools, and related system configurations at an administrative level is expected in this role. Ability to configure, update, document, and create procedures for business continuity and documentation purposes is required.
- Ability to translate and bridge the gap between business requirements and technical system requirements to ensure all teams are aligned between design, build, and delivery aspects of projects. Aids in delivering a final product that meets overall project and organizational goals, defined KPIs as defined in project planning and project charters, and which meets defined stakeholder acceptance criteria.
- Position requires a high level of internal and external contacts to evaluate and make recommendations on complex and varied issues. Works with all levels of management to resolve complex issues. Must be able to develop procedures and present formal training internally.
- Work is under minimal supervision where the work requires independent judgment in the interpretation of existing procedures and recommendations of alternative procedures and work routines. Plans and arranges own work, referring only very unusual matters to division and department manager.
- Work requires a high level of mental effort involving complex applications such as programming and report development. PC work for extended periods is frequently required. Work is often under tight time constraints.
- The ability to develop and execute detailed testing scripts, plans, and project documentation that minimize bank risk. Position requires writing skills to document system problems and recommended solutions in a clear and concise manner.
Work requires reasonable mobility in and around the work area. Ability to use standard computer and phone systems is required
Working Conditions
Normal office environment where there is almost no discomfort due to temperature, dust, noise, or other disagreeable elements.
Work includes little or no potential exposure to hazardous conditions.
Must be able to travel to remote company and/or client locations.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Compensation Information
At Sandy Spring Bank, compensation is one part of our total rewards package. Compensation within the range will depend on your skills, qualifications, education, experience, and location. Additionally, full-time and part-time positions may be eligible to participate in department or company-wide incentive plans.
Salary Range
USD $72,000.00 - USD $115,500.00 /Yr.
Additional Information
Sandy Spring Bank provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position, please call our job line at 1-800-399-5919 and select option 5. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Sandy Spring Bank partners with various job boards to advertise our openings. Please visit our website, www.sandyspringbank.com to confirm the validity of the job posting to avoid any potential fraudulent activity. We encourage and recommend all candidates to apply via our website.
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