Business Analyst

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Boston

As an employee of the Boston Fed, you will work to promote sound growth and financial stability in New England and the nation The bank contributes to communities, the region, and the nation by conducting economic research, participating in monetary policy-making, supervising certain financial institutions, providing financial services and payments, playing a leadership role in the payments industry, and supporting economic well-being in communities through a variety of efforts.

The Boston Fed is one of 12 Reserve Banks and we serve all or parts of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Our mission is accomplished through our Bank's values: diversity, equity and inclusion, innovation, integrity, and leadership.

This position is an on-site role.

Job Summary:

The Business Analyst contributes to the achievement of Research Department objectives by providing project management, analytical, and organizational support as a member of the administration team.

The analyst performs, tracks and reports on all operational activities that support department initiatives and oversees several of the administration unit’s activities.

This position is best suited for an individual who is service-oriented, self-motivated, and thrives in a dynamic environment.

Principal Accountabilities:


* Contribute to the development and management of the Research Department budget and independently perform analysis on department financials, including expense tracking and forecasting.

Conduct analysis of budget performance against strategic plans, projects and investments; Prepare performance reports and advise management on findings and recommendations.

Create reports and dashboards using data visualization tools.


* Serve as department contract and expense analyst as well as department liaison on all procurement matters.

Collaborate with department management on business needs; evaluate department contracts and service agreements and provide recommendations for renewal or termination of contracts.  Work in partnership with other departments to execute all contract documents.


* Act as department central point of contact for administration and finance-related requests.  Facilitate registrations, memberships and training requests.  Review and approve all department travel requisition requests ensuring appropriate supporting documentation and adherence to Bank travel guidelines.  Manage p-card program and handle purchases, process all invoices and reimbursement requests.


* Recommend improvements to business operations to maintain optimal efficiency and ensure continuous alignment with department stakeholder expectations.

Collaborate on projects with other department sections, lead projects, provide project management services for initiatives.

Other Accountabilities:


* Serve as subject matter expert on department business and operational matters. 


* Lead departmen...