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job description business analyst lead ii - business analysis who we are advantasure is a growing company and a member of the ust healthproof family, advantasure champions innovative solutions with an eye on the futureproviding health plans with the flexibility to adapt to a changing regulatory environment and evolving business needs. leveraging the industrys leading experts in government-sponsored health plans, advantasure offers solutions for administrative cost management, quality patient outcomes and experiences, enrollment growth, risk adjustment, and quality and provider engagement initiatives. we achieve this mission together through teamwork, communication, collaboration, and focus. our employees are our greatest assets, and we invite you to apply to be a part of our journey toward making a difference in healthcare in the united states. you are the business analyst is responsible for ensuring that business requirements are documented, and every functionalbusiness consideration is identified before implementing each project. this position must clearly understand and reviewconfirm with the client and internal departments before functional requirements are finalized - alternative approaches are suggested where viable. the business analyst is also responsible for functional requirements that are completely documented and understood, along with innovative solutions with best practices identified and explored for the most prevalent use cases. the opportunity creates functional specifications. collects, understands, and transmits business requirements for projects and translates them into functional specifications, database designs, and detailed test plans.works with client business to understand requirements. partners with clients to gather all requirements to formulate business process specifications and translates those into application functionality, understanding the value proposition(s) of the project and deciding when to advocate and when to compromise to arrive at mutually acceptable solutions.works with technical staff to translate requirements. assists the technical team in translating application functionality into application architecture and the production of system functionality documents.communicates business directives, goals, and needs to the technical team and serves as a client interface for managing user expectations and client satisfaction.manages development life cycle. manages projects and processes as required.works with the product team to stay abreast of overall product strategy, roadmap(s), and release management processes.assists in the definition of business cases and cost-benefit analyses that effectively inform prioritization decisions.support capacity planning to optimize the effectiveness of the department.assists in the leading organization and execution of user acceptance testing.ability to learn the resolution of technological challenges such as workflow, scheduling, testing processes, and procedures. builds relationships with key business unit resources to gain an understanding of overall business unit direction. partner with internal team members to lead it activities for small to medium business initiatives using appropriate project management methodologycontributes to status and management reports as required.participates in configuration changes in systems. this position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. other relevant essential functions may be required. what you need ability to be innovative, creative, and think outside of the box when presented with roadblocks.ability to solve practical problems in potentially chaotic environments ability to learn the resolution of technological challenges such as workflow, scheduling, testing processes, and procedures. ability to understand impacts on other areas and project interdependencies.knowledge of business models, process models, data models, workflow models, and object models as needed.ability to develop workflow and business rules diagrams in visio.ability to interact with clients in difficult situations.ability to convey pertinent information to the technical team.strong presentation skills and analyticalproblem-solving skills.ability to work in both a structured and unstructured environment. demonstrated excellence in a rapid product-developing environment. expertise in gathering requirements, designing products (database and ui), and achieving high-quality results within specified timeframes.knowledge of the application of departmental procedures processes and workflows.ability to learn how to create functional documents such as requirement documents, statements of work, proposals, use cases, and other technical documentation standards.knowledge of the current state of the it industry related to requirements gathering. ability to learn how to translate business goals into it demand.knowledge of project management tools and processes.functional and technical writing skills.ability to support projects using a variety of project management methodologies (bi-modal) ability to learn how to define all levels of business and technology requirements.strong communication and negotiation skills.ability to work with and empower others on a collaborative basis to ensure the success of the unit team.bachelors degree in a related field. a relevant combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. continuous learning, as defined by the companys learning philosophy, is required. certification or progress toward certification is highly preferred and encouraged.4-8 years experience as a business analyst in healthcare or health insurance, medicare, and commercial business lines compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. as required by local law, ust provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in california, colorado, new york city, or washington as set forth below. role location: range of starting pay for role remote: $78,000-$118,000 our full-time, regular associates are eligible for 401k matching, and vacation accrual and are covered from day 1 for paid sick time, healthcare, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits. depending on the role, some associates may also be eligible for stock options. what we believe were proud to embrace the same values that have shaped ust and its subsidiaries since the beginning. since day one, weve been building enduring relationships and a culture of integrity. and today, it's those same values that are inspiring us to encourage innovation from everyone to champion diversity and inclusion and place people at the center of everything we do. humility: we will listen, learn, be empathetic, and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone. humanity: through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves. integrity: we honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships. . all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment . #advantasure

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<<summaryresults-orientated accounting professional with 10+ years of experience in a deadline-driven environment. proven track record in consistently and effectively delivering accounting services that enhance the company's purpose and profitability. highlightsanalytical reasoningfinancial statement analysisstrength in regulatory reportinggeneral ledger accountingquickbooks pro-advisor certifiedirs tax preparer volunteeraccount reconciliation expertadobe software proficiencyfinancial plannereffective time managementstrong organizational skills experience 08/2015to 09/2016accountant / bookkeepercrippen & co. city,state,reconcile bank statements and post charges.maintain accounting records.determine values of depreciable assets and prepare appropriate reports.record all business transactions in data base.balancing month accounts.producing accurate compiled financial statements.establishing tables of accounts.making use of technology to develop, implement, modify, and document record keeping and account systems.perform payroll functions, such as maintaining timekeeping information and processing and submitting payroll.prepare, analyze accounting records, other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting or other tax requirements.2012to 08/2015accountant/accounts receivablerivera lugo p.s.c. city.puerto ricoprepare, analyze accounting records, other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting or other tax requirements.maintain or examine the records of government agencies.develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.represent clients before taxing authorities and provide support during litigation involving financial issues.appraise, evaluate, and inventory real property and equipment, recording information such as the description, value and location of property.perform payroll functions, such as maintaining timekeeping information and processing and submitting payroll.collect and deposit money into accounts, disburse funds from cash accounts to pay bills or invoices, keep records of collections and disbursements, and ensure accounts are balanced.set up and manage paper or electronic filing systems, recording information, maintaining documents, such as attendance records, other material. 01/2008to2015ceo/founderstone bits customs jewelry inc. city,state,puerto ricoanalyze operations to evaluate performance of a company or its staff in meeting objectives or to determine areas of potential cost reduction, policy change.direct, implement policies, to increase productivity.prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of programs.direct or coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, distribution of products.direct non-merchandising departments, such as advertising, purchasing, accounting.confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used.design, evaluate, recommend, and approve changes of forms and reports.recommend purchase of storage equipment and design area layout to locate equipment in space available. 01/2009tocurrentceo/founderar enterprises llc. city,state,direct or coordinate an organization's financial or budget activities to fund operations, increase efficiency.confer with board members, staff members to discuss issues, resolve problems.analyze operations to evaluate performance of a company or its staff in meeting objectives or to determine areas of potential cost reduction, policy change.direct, implement policies, to increase productivity.prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of programs.direct or coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, distribution of products.negotiate or approve contracts or agreements with suppliers, distributors, other organizational entities.prepare or present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, other items affecting businesses or program services.direct non-merchandising departments, such as advertising, purchasing, accounting.organize or approve promotional campaigns.deliver speeches, present information at meetings or conventions to promote services, accomplish objectives. education expected inmay 2015totobachelor of science accounting and financekeiser university,fort lauderdale,flgpa:gpa 3.60awarded honor roll scholarshipgraduated with distinctiongraduated summa cum laudemember, accounting clubvolunteer, accounting associationcorporate taxation coursework skills clericalcustomer and personal servicespeakingtime managementcomputers and electronicsadministration and managementeconomics and accountinglaw and governmentmanagement of financial resources.