Our client is seeking an Applications Systems Analyst for a full time, direct hire position. This position is not available for c2c and is not available to candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the United States.

Candidates **MUST* reside within 40 driving miles of these locations in North Carolina: Cornelius, Lexington, Madison, Statesville or Taylorsville.

Salary range: $80-$90k

Role:

Provide leadership in identifying and implementing technology solutions, supporting end-users, and managing software applications in both on-premises and cloud environments.

· Analyze business needs, ensuring data integrity, enhancing software efficiencies, and maintaining compliance with system updates and integrations.

· Provide direction and leadership in identifying projects, conducting feasibility/needs analysis studies, and recommendations on appropriate system solutions and design including both on premise and cloud environment.

· Provide application support to the end-users, identifying projects. Identify and resolve training needs that may exist.

· Manage the development and implementation of software applications – including testing, automation, process re-engineering, training, documenting, and maintaining systems.

· Define project schedules – track and present progress according to the defined schedule.

· Serve as the liaison between vendors and end user departments to resolve software issues that may arise.

· Provide direction, expertise and support to the business relating to Data Strategy.

· Write manuals for users that describe installation and operating procedures.

· Collaborate with team members in all business units to research, compile, document data flow processes.

· Keep abreast of vendor software direction, enhancements and requirements. Ensure compliance with release requirements and cloud integrations and migrations.

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or related field.

• 5 years’ experience in IT as an applications analyst understanding SDLC.
• Experience with Oracle, SQL, Excel spreadsheets, and other 3rd-party reporting tools preferred.
• Knowledge of relational databases such as Oracle and SQL. Should possess knowledge in billing applications, application management, automation best practices and tool sets, Internet applications, MS Access, Report writing applications - preferably Microsoft Office, Crystal Reports, and MS Windows operating systems.
• Preferred working knowledge of applications including all NISC modules, TOAD, IVR systems, Document Management, Remittance processing systems, AMI, and HRIS (including job applicant/tracking, benefit tracking, performance/talent acquisition and tracking systems.).
• Strong working knowledge of Azure cloud environment/infrastructure

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Client benefit offerings may provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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