Business Analyst
New York, NY 
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Posted 30 days ago
Job Description

Link Logistics Real Estate ("Link") is the largest U.S.-only owner and operator of last-mile industrial real estate. Established by Blackstone in 2019, Link Logistics leases warehouse space to thousands of customers of all sizes. The firm's scale, cutting-edge technology and logistics expertise serve a portfolio that comprises more than 500 million square feet in dynamic markets across the nation. Each year, more than 5 percent of U.S. GDP flows through the company's state-of-the-art facilities.

We believegood business is synonymous with doing good, making environmental, social and governance (ESG) foundational to the firm. ESG initiatives at Link Logistics include setting ambitious goals to combat climate change, partnering with local nonprofits, and prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion. Link Logistics has the scale, footprint and proprietary insights, as well as a heightened focus on sustainability, to drive value for all stakeholders, including employees. Just as we give our customers space to grow, we give our people space to grow-and thrive.

As a Business Analyst in Technology, your prior Finance, Accounting, or Investments experience will be valuable as you recommend & implement technology solutions that will make processes more efficient and employees more productive within our Finance, Investments, and Property Development groups. Core responsibilities include translating business requirements into technical documents, mockups, and test scripts; becoming the subject matter expert on how your business partners use our software; and working in a dynamic team of product managers and solution architects to deliver technology solutions that empower your business partners.

WHO YOU ARE:

  • Knowledgeable & Analytical. Your background includes a combination of Accounting/Finance and Technology and you are comfortable with Financial concepts, specifically the routines related to closing financial books or with financial planning and analysis. You're skilled at gathering requirements, data collection & analysis, problem solving, process documentation, and identifying areas for improvement.

  • Technologically Savvy. You've got a solid proficiency in writing SQL queries. You're also comfortable working with relational database concepts and have a knack for quickly mastering new software. You're familiar with how data can flow between systems via integrations/APIs.

  • Business Liaison. You're comfortable collaborating with business partners and third party vendors to gather needs, review viable solutions, test new functionality, and track post-implementation results.

  • Strong Communicator. Your writing and speaking skills are clear, articulate, effective, and demonstrate your ability to interact with all levels both within and outside the organization. By delivering clear communication, you help to ensure that projects stay on time, deliverables meet budget, and key stakeholders are aware of project statuses.

  • Passionate. Motivated. Eager to Learn. You are resourceful, ask smart questions, challenge the status quo, and regularly seek to understand.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work closely with teammates and business partners to analyze and document business requirements for projects and software customizations or configurations. You'll then translate those business requirements into technical requirements for development staff.

  • Deliver clear communication on status, timing, and deliverables to your team and business partners.

  • Implement new technology and evaluate upgrades. You'll present new features to business partners, test new functionality, and assist with the creation of training documentation.

  • Document data relationships and write basic SQL statements. You'll analyze and compare datasets and look for trends, issues, or areas for improvement.

  • Implement and manage standard testing procedures for system changes. Create, review and execute test plans and validate that it meets the business and technical requirements. Responsible for proper tracking of test results.

  • Provide assistance to Tech Support to review issues reported from users. Compare data from multiple sources to reconcile discrepancies, determine cause of errors and establish procedures to correct them.

  • Challenge the status quo. Be willing to look at processes with fresh eyes and questions on whether there's a better way.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Computer Science with previous business analysis and/or project management experience is preferred.

  • 3+ years relevant Accounting/Finance, business analysis and/or consulting work in related fields is preferred.

  • Key competencies: requirements gathering, data analysis, conceptual thinking, problem solving, customer focus, managing work efficiently, strong written and verbal communication skills.

$105,000 - $115,000 represents the presently anticipated base compensation pay range for this position at Link. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

Link provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, retirement savings plan, paid holidays, paid time off.

The direct compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations, if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email .

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years
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