Business Analyst 3

Hope you are doing well.Urgent Requirement:Job Title: Business Analyst 3 (799036)Location: 109 Governor St, Richmond, VA 23235 (Hybrid)Duration: 12+ Months Contract with possibility to extensionJob Description:Interview mode: In Person OnlyAny Certification such as CBAP, CFA, CPA, or PMI-PBA?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.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:Bachelor's 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 (e.g.,Oracle 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 modulesExperience working in government or public-sector environmentsis a plus.Key Competencies:Strong business and financial acumenTechnical aptitude and systems thinking i.e automation of tasksStakeholder management and collaborationAttention to detail and accuracyAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentCross-functional collaboration with finance, IT, and operations teamsExperience as a Business Analyst, in finance or financial systems with strong understanding of general ledger, financial reporting, budgeting, grantsRequired7YearsExperience working with custom-built or configurable financial systems.Required5YearsProficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, visio)Required5YearsFamiliarity with SDLC and agile methodologies (Scrum, Sprint).Required4YearsExperience in analyzing issues, problem-solving, and communication skills required.Required4YearsAbility to translate complex financial rules based on the stories into the technical requirements.Required4YearsExperience with ERP systems (e.g.,Oracle financials, financial applications).Desired3YearsKnowledge of financial data modeling and database structures.Desired3YearsBasic understanding like APIs, ETL tools and integration between finance modulesDesired2YearsExperience working in government or public-sector environmentsDesired2YearsThanks & Regards,DISCLAIMER: The information transmitted is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and delete the material from any computer or if you want to be REMOVED please reply with REMOVE in the Subject line of this email.