Business Analyst (Financial Systems)

Job Title: Business Analyst (Financial Systems)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Duration: Approx. 15-month contract

Employment Type: Contract

We are hiring for the role of Business Analyst (Financial Systems). Below are the key details:

Role Overview

This role supports a large-scale financial systems modernization initiative. The Business Analyst will analyze financial business processes, perform fit-gap assessments, support system remediation efforts, and document requirements aligned with enterprise financial transformation objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze and document financial business processes and system impacts

Produce business process diagrams, narratives, and functional specifications

Conduct fit-gap analysis against standardized business process models

Define data inputs/outputs and interface requirements

Support remediation planning and system transition efforts

Facilitate requirements workshops and stakeholder sessions

Translate high-level requirements into detailed documentation

Assist with user acceptance testing and cycle testing

Manage user stories and participate in SCRUM ceremonies

Write SQL queries to support financial reporting

Required Skills & Experience

2+ years of business process reengineering experience in a financial discipline

Experience documenting complex business and system processes

Strong SQL and database querying skills

Knowledge of financial management best practices

Experience working with accounting or financial computing systems

Strong documentation skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio

Knowledge of Agile and SCRUM methodologies

Preferred Skills

Six Sigma or similar certification

SCRUM Master or Product Owner certification

Experience with data conversion and data cleansing techniques

Knowledge of UML and enterprise documentation tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience).