Analyst, Business Process & Analytics

Location: Indianapolis

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Indianapolis, INtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R13159
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* Job Location:

** Corporate Indianapolis
** PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

*** This position is responsible for understanding and managing all aspects of our Report system (Cognos). Apply the knowledge to facilitate meeting end-user requirements.
* The position requires the ability to perform workflow analysis, identify opportunities for enhancement (both system and non-system), and implement the enhancement.
* Prepare and analyze all reporting for Lease Services used by the Executive team. Perform ad-hoc analysis and communicate key findings as needed. Must be flexible and capable of adjusting to changing tasks as needs arise and the department and use of data evolves.
* All functions of this position are developed around assisting the departments in obtaining the execution of documents in a timely manner to facilitate the tenant opening quicker.
* Position requires flexibility to adjust to changing tasks as the needs arise and the department evolves.
** PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
*** The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
** Supervises and coordinates all Cognos related items for Leasing, Legal Leasing, Tenant Coordination, and Lease Services.
* Takes ideas from business users as well as Senior Management and prepares analytical requirements to produce reports which allows the business to operate more effectively and efficiently.
* Reviews detailed requirements and business objectives with IS to minimize potential errors in programming which in turn will allow for a quicker delivery to the business.
* Coordinates with IS on issue review, testing and various other items for moving reports into production, establishing location as well as identifying the security that should be around the report.
* Escalates all issues related to report testing to the appropriate level of management.
* Develops and manages testing plans for all upgrades and enhancements.
* Perform Cognos Report Modifications in Report Studio:
* Deliver simple report enhancements to the business quicker which will allow IS to focus on the more complicated issues at hand.
* Provide answers to questions from the business users about report programming.
* Performs data quality/consistency review in various systems and databases, including but not limited to the following:
* Identifies and reviews issues with data related to human error, programming or processes and coordinates resolution with Financial Operations or the appropriate parties.
* Ensures that the data is accurate and current as Leasing and Senior Management utilizes these reports to make sound business decisions
* Responsible for performing ad-hoc analysis, report development, and presentation of key findings as directed by new business requirements and Senior Management
* Responsible for ensuring effective communication to Leasing and Specialty Leasing regarding special projects and partnerships to communicate vacancies and advance Leasing efforts to increase occupancy
* Works with management to streamline reporting processes, develop new reports based on business needs, and determine business value of existing reports based on current business needs
* Takes ideas from Business users and Senior Management to prepare analytical requirements and produce reports allowing the business to operate more effectively and efficiently
* Perform validations to ensure the data communicated on reporting is the most up to date so that sound business decisions are being made
* Special Projects & Other Duties As Assigned
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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

*** Working knowledge of analytical techniques and processes to implement solutions.
* Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
* Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities.
* Proficient in Excel and Word.
* Project Management experience a plus
* Retail or Real Estate industry experience required

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