Business Analyst

Employment Type: 6 month contract to hire

Work Environment: Onsite in Venice, FL

Schedule: Standard business hours

Other Notes: Role supports high‑visibility projects with direct impact on operational efficiency

Preferred Background

• Financial industry or financial systems experience is strongly preferred .

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to gather, clarify, and document business requirements, translating them into clear user stories.

• Analyze business processes, identify gaps, and recommend improvements using workflow diagrams, data flow diagrams, and entity relationship models.
• Break complex requirements into independent, actionable user stories and participate in review sessions with stakeholders.
• Create wireframes, functional documentation, and requirement definition materials.
• Support backlog grooming, assist with front‑line requirement clarification, and ensure appropriate sign‑offs on project artifacts.
• Participate in Functional Specification reviews and User Acceptance Testing to ensure solutions meet business needs.
• Prepare and maintain release notes and ensure documentation accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.

Technical Skills

• Experience reading and writing SQL queries preferred.
• Experience with system or data analysis (preferred).
• Experience with web‑based and mobile applications is a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology or related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience as a Business Analyst within a software development environment.
• 4+ years of experience working with SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and document complex business processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and persuasively.
• Exceptional organizational, time‑management, and decision‑making skills with the ability to work independently under pressure.
• Ability to interpret data, manage multiple tasks, and remain composed in fast‑paced situations.
• Highly motivated, quick learner, and strong team collaborator.