Job Description Summary

As an IT Business Applications Analyst II working for Taylor Morrison you will be the liaison between the Production & Field business users and IT with a background or strong understanding of the purchasing/operations side of the homebuilding industry. This position reports to the IT Production Application Manager. By far the majority of the IT Business Analyst’s activities are related to Production business systems support, reporting and process improvement projects. This position works closely with the business end users to provide support and gather requirements for reporting needs as well to meet their business objectives for improvements and efficiency gains. The Production Business Analyst should have some knowledge and experience of Homebuilding Production systems and processes and have the ability to document the objectives of the business into requirements for design, development and execution.

Job Details

We trust that as an IT Business Applications Analyst II you will: (responsibilities)

• Support and Train Production back office and field end users on all production related systems
• Troubleshoot system and process issues to resolution
• Perform change management activities as necessary with system changes
• Test, validate and sign-off system upgrades prior to production release
• Document detailed business requirements and work closely with the business to address data and reporting needs
• Build and maintain various reports utilizing T-SQL, SSRS, Power BI, and Power Shell scripting.

  Maintain production applications for User access and master data maintenance

  Perform quarterly SOX Compliance audit reviews of in-SOX systems

  Create and maintain training documentation for reports created

  Actively participate in numerous cross-functional teams and projects to standardize processes and implement best practices.

• You are willing to perform other duties as assigned

What you will need: (competencies, behaviors & attributes) 

• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Prioritization
• Team Player

About you: (requirements)

• Associate’s degree with 3+ years’ experience
• Previous experience or extensive knowledge in homebuilding industry performing purchasing system setup and tasks
• Understanding of relational database concepts
• Previous experience using Newstar Enterprise a plus
• Knowledge and use of all Microsoft Office products (Visio and MS Project a plus)
• Analytical with the ability to troubleshoot issues to find solutions
• Strong knowledge and use of Excel, SQL, Pivot Tables
• Experience with BI reporting tools such as SSRS, Power BI or other reporting tools
• Documenting requirements
• Tracking project schedule and status
• Strong communication skills with all levels from end user to management
• Knowledge of homebuilding production processes and procedures (e.g. purchasing, scheduling)
• Analytical thinking and problem solving

FLSA Status: Exempt

Will have responsibilities such as:

• Office or non-manual work, which is directly related to management or general business operations
• Act as a primary component of which involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance

Essential Functions:

Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Report to Division/Corporate Office/Community daily and adhere to schedule
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device
• Ability to have face to face conversations with customers, co-workers and higher level manager
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle if applicable
• Comply with company policies and procedure

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time
• The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

*Taylor Morrison experience and/or successful completion of training program may override required education and/or experience requirement.

Job descriptions are not intended as, nor should be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job.  They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job duties and responsibilities essential for making fair pay decisions about the job.

Benefits of Working With Taylor Morrison

We are looking for dedicated professionals that share our values of putting the customer - and their needs - first.  In addition to a great team atmosphere, career development and advancement opportunities, we offer full-time employees an extensive benefits package, to include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Care - Medical/Dental/Visio​​n/Prescription​​ Drug Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Matching Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Programs
• Employee & Dependent Life Insurance
• Vacation & Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Home Purchase Rebate Program
• Home Mortgage Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)