Business Systems Analyst - (Open to Internal Finance Staff Only)

Definition

Position Summary

Performs professional analytical work focused on improving business processes, financial systems, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiency across Financial Services and Human Resources departments. The Business Analyst evaluates workflows, gathers requirements, analyzes data, supports system implementations, and develops reporting tools to enhance data-driven decision-making.

This position serves as a liaison between Financial Services, Human Resources and Information Technology to ensure business needs are accurately translated into system functionality, reporting solutions, and process improvements.

Examples of Work

Business Process Analysis

• Analyze existing departmental workflows, financial procedures, and operational processes.
• Identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities for automation or improvement.
• Develop process maps, workflow diagrams, and written documentation of procedures.
• Recommend policy or procedural updates aligned with best practices.
  
  

Systems Analysis & Implementation

• Serve as a functional lead for financial and human Resources operational systems (e.g., ERP, billing systems, budgeting software).
• Gather and document business requirements for system enhancements or new software implementations.
• Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and system configuration validation.
• Assist with system upgrades, data conversions, and integration projects.
• Troubleshoot system-related issues and collaborate with IT to resolve them.
  
  

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Work with department heads to understand operational needs and reporting gaps.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on system functionality and reporting tools.
• Support change management efforts related to system or process improvements.
• Assist with interdepartmental projects requiring financial or operational analysis.
  
  

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Evaluate business processes to ensure adequate internal controls.
• Support audit preparation through documentation and process validation.
• Ensure data governance standards and confidentiality requirements are maintained.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Analyze and redesign business processes, identifying inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities for automation and improvement
• Lead functional support of financial and HR systems (ERP, billing, budgeting), including requirements gathering, testing, implementation, and issue resolution
• Develop process documentation, workflows, and policies aligned with best practices and operational needs
• Collaborate across departments to support reporting, training, and change management initiatives
• Ensure strong internal controls, audit readiness, and data governance while maintaining confidentiality
  
  

Education, Experience, or Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Information Systems, or related field
• Three (3) years of experience in business analysis, financial systems, data analysis, or process improvement
• Experience working with enterprise software systems
  
  

Supplemental Information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in municipal government or public sector
• Knowledge of governmental fund accounting
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Tyler Munis, Incode, SAP)
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
  
  

Employee Benefits

The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 400 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.

BENEFITS Medical Plans (Three Options)

• Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
• Plan Type: High-Deductible Medical Health Plan
• Provider: Cigna
• Deductibles:
• Single: $2,500 annually
• Family: $5,000 annually
• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
• Single: $5,000 annually
• Family: $10,000 annually
• Additional Details:
• Employee pays dependent premiums
• Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Provider: H.S.A. Bank
• Features:
• Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
• Contribution Limits:
• Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)
• Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)
• Catch-up (age 55 ): $1,000
• City Contributions:
• Employee only: $1,500
• Employee & Family: $2,750
• Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
• PPO Plan
• Provider: Cigna
• Deductibles:
• Single: $1,500 annually
• Family: $3,000 annually
• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
• Single: $4,500 annually
• Family: $9,000 annually
• Prescription Drug Co-pays:
• Generic: $10
• Preferred: $40
• Non-Preferred: $80
• EPO Plan
• Provider: Cigna
• Deductibles:
• Single: $1,500 annually
• Family: $3,000 annually
• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
• Single: $4,500 annually
• Family: $9,000 annually
• Prescription Drug Co-pays:
• Generic: $10
• Preferred: $45
• Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

• DHMO Plan
• Provider: Cigna
• Features:
• No deductible
• No annual maximum
• Member co-pay depends on the procedure
• PPO Plan
• Provider: Cigna
• Features:
• $1,500 per person annual maximum
• $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

• Provider: Vision Service Plan
• Features:
• Eye Exam $10 Copay
• Frames $150 Allowance Annually

Life Insurance

• Provider: Ochs Securian Financial
• Coverage:
• $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
• $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
• Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

• Provider: Flores
• Features:
• Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
• Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

• Provider: Aflac
• Accident
• Short-Term Disability
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

• Statewide retirement system
• 7% employee contribution
• City contributes 2 to 1
• Visit TMRS for more information
  
  

Optional Deferred Compensation

• 457 Plan and ROTH IRA available through Mission-Square
  
  

Other Benefits

Holidays

• 13 paid holidays per calendar year:
• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
• One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees
  

Vacation

• Earned based on years of service:
• 0-5 years: 14 days
• 6 years: 15 days
• 7 years: 16 days
• 8 years: 17 days
• 9 years: 18 days
• 10-14 years: 19 days
• 15 years or more: 20 days
• Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.
  

Sick Leave

• 6 days per calendar year.
  
  

Educational Reimbursement

• With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year. Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...
  
  

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Provider: Alliance Work Partners
• 8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.
  
  

Wellness Program

• Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.
  
  

Fun Benefits

• Annual events like the Employee Holiday Luncheon's, and Public Service Recognition Week.