Summary

The Business Analyst role at CEF will be a key member of the Operations Team supporting all other departments (Lending, Credit, Loan Administration and Finance, Data, and Strategy, People & Culture and Executive) with system and operational workflows. The candidate in this role will be highly effective in aligning business processes with internal technology systems to achieve higher outcomes. Additionally, the role will excel in identifying areas for improvement across the organization’s departm

Description

Overview of the Organization

Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF) is a nonprofit business lending organization dedicated to supporting the success of small businesses in Colorado. We provide access to capital for entrepreneurs who are unable to secure traditional financing. Our primary focus includes business owners who may be low-to-moderate income, minorities, women, or veterans. We are committed to creating meaningful community impact in Colorado’s communities by offering equitable and affordable business financing solutions for those who are underserved by the mainstream financial system.

At CEF we see our community impact through job creation, wealth building among disadvantaged populations, and the growth and long-term success of the businesses we support. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy — driving innovation, creating jobs, and strengthening communities.

Small business owners across Colorado turn to CEF when they’re ready to seek financing but have been unable to obtain loans from traditional resources such as banks. As a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), CEF provides loans, grants, and no-cost business coaching to help entrepreneurs launch, grow and thrive.

Overview of the Position

Our ideal candidate will have:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
A minimum of two years prior experience in a Business Analyst or equivalent role focused on system support and analysis
Experience with analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel) for reporting and data visualization
A proven record of providing exceptional customer service and assistance with business systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Flexibility and agility to collaboratively work with a broad range of cultures, personalities, and work styles
Self-motivated and able to follow through in completing high-quality, detailed work with minimal supervision
Strong knowledge of SQL or Python and experience working with databases and querying data
Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Zoho, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics) and their configuration and customization
Capacity to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet internal and external deadlines
Focus on continuous process improvement and efficiencies
Professional demeanor combined with strong written and verbal communication skills

At Colorado Enterprise Fund, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential.

Benefits

CEF offers a hybrid work environment with a blend of in-office and remote work. Candidates must be based in Colorado and can expect to work in the office two to three days per week. As an established CDFI, we offer the following:

Health, vision, dental and life insurance, paid parental leave, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. CEF also offers a monthly hybrid work stipend, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 5% of an employee’s contribution. Our paid time off policies include ten (10) paid holidays per year, paid vacation, and paid health and wellness time.