VDH Business Analyst 3
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Business Analyst to support the design development and optimization of custom financial systems. The role bridges finance and technology ensuring the business requirements are translated into system solutions.
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Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Business Analyst to support the design development and optimization of custom financial systems. This role bridges finance and technology ensuring that business requirements are accurately translated into functional system solutions that enhance financial reporting planning and operationsKey Responsibilities
- Partner with finance stakeholders to gather analyze and document business requirements for custom financial systems.
- Translate business needs into functional specifications user stories and process flows.
- Collaborate with developers system architects and QA teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Analyze existing financial processes and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.
- Support the implementation and configuration of financial modules (e.g. GL AP/AR budgeting grants forecasting).
- Perform data analysis validation and reconciliation to ensure system accuracy and integrity.
- Develop test plans execute UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and document results.
- Create user documentation training materials and provide end-user support.
- Assist in system integrations with other enterprise platforms (ERP CRM data warehouses).
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations internal controls data security and audit requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration Information Systems or a related field.
- 5 7 years of experience as a Business Analyst in finance or financial systems.
- Strong understanding of financial processes (e.g. general ledger financial reporting budgeting).
- Experience working with custom-built or configurable financial systems.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g. Excel SQL visio).
- Familiarity with SDLC and agile methodologies (Scrum Sprint).
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to translate complex financial rules based on the stories into the technical requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ERP systems ( financials financial applications).
- Knowledge of financial data modeling and database structures.
- Certification such as CBAP CFA CPA or PMI-PBA is a plus.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g. GAAP SOX compliance).
- Basic understanding like APIs ETL tools and integration between finance modules
- Experience working in government or public-sector environmentsis a plus.
Key Competencies
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Technical aptitude and systems thinking i.e automation of tasks
- Stakeholder management and collaboration
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Cross-functional collaboration with finance IT and operations team
| Skill | Required /Desired | Amount | of Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Experience as a Business Analyst in finance or financial systems with strong understanding of general ledger financial reporting budgeting grants | Required | 7 | Years |
| Experience working with custom-built or configurable financial systems. | Required | 5 | Years |
| Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g. Excel SQL visio) | Required | 5 | Years |
| Familiarity with SDLC and agile methodologies (Scrum Sprint). | Required | 4 | Years |
| Experience in analyzing issues problem-solving and communication skills required. | Required | 4 | Years |
| Ability to translate complex financial rules based on the stories into the technical requirements. | Required | 4 | Years |
| Experience with ERP systems ( financials financial applications). | Desired | 3 | Years |
| Knowledge of financial data modeling and database structures. | Desired | 3 | Years |
| Basic understanding like APIs ETL tools and integration between finance modules | Desired | 2 | Years |
| Experience working in government or public-sector environments | Desired | 2 | Years |
| No. | Question |
|---|---|
| Question1 | Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment |
| Question2 | Please list candidates email address. |
| Question3 | Any Certification such as CBAP CFA CPA or PMI-PBA |
