IT Data Analyst

Job Details: Job Location: Allied Benefit Systems - CHICAGO, IL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $95000.00 - $100000.00Salary, Job Category: Information Technology, POSITION SUMMARY

The IT Data Analyst is to provide support on various projects and initiatives. The role will also act as support to pilot and execute new processes or improvements across all departments. The Data Analyst role will maintain the following responsibilities: Write and maintain process documents, assess current workflows and processes to identify areas of improvement and work with department subject matter experts on implementing those improvements, and will act as a support function to execute special time-sensitive projects as assigned. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Analyze current processes and procedures providing feedback and recommendations on process improvement 
Collaborate with department leaders on process improvement and reporting opportunities 
Own development, maintenance, and generation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly KPI reporting in collaboration with department managers. 
Demonstrate understanding of Allied’s business needs, systems, and workflows 
Executes daily processes and procedures as assigned 
Pilot new internal processes and procedures 
Writes and maintains process documents 
Coordinates with other Allied operational units to resolve problems and implement enhancement requests 
Bridge communications between technical and non-technical teams 
Assist with various team projects as assigned 
Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required. 

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

2-3 years related experience as a business, systems, or data quality analyst required. 
Prior experience with SQL (specifically, SQL Server) and report writing required. 
Expertise with MS Office and VBA, especially Access preferred. 
General familiarity with project management, especially in a waterfall methodology. 
Technically capable of understanding and adapting to new software programs. 
Communication Skills – excellent written and verbal. 

POSITION COMPETENCIES

Accountability
Analytical Problem Solving
Collaboration
Quality and Risk Management
System Thinking
Technical/Functional Expertise

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a standard desk role requiring extended sitting and computer work

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote 

Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100Mbps download/25Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Compensation is not limited to base salary.  Allied values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive Benefit Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, and a Technology Stipend.

Allied reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise, pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time.  All applicants acknowledge that by applying to the position you understand that the specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualification and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process.  It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role.Qualifications: