Business systems analyst

W2 (ONLY) Contract - No C2C, 1099, or 3rd PartiesInitial contract duration – thru the end of the 2026. (9+ months)Location: Eastern Time Zone (remote)Rate: Analyst: $55.00 - $65.00/hr. W2 (ONLY) Please let me know what you seek)Top Must Have Skill Sets:5+ years experience Business Systems Analyst supporting FP&A transformations or similar finance technology initiatives/migrationsAnaplan experience is requiredClinical Trial or R&D and FP&A/Accounting backgroundConfluenceWe are seeking an experienced Lead Business Systems Analyst to drive the transformation of two FP&A workstreams from a legacy system to a fully modernized platform. This critical leadership role demands deep expertise in business systems analysis, strong domain knowledge of FP&A processes, and experience with key tools like Zephyr, JIRA, and Polaris. Familiarity with AI/ML forecasting technologies will be a significant advantage.Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end analysis, documentation, and support for transitioning two FP&A workstreams from legacy systems to a modernized solution.Partner closely with finance, technology, and operations teams to gather requirements, define system specifications, and validate deliverables.Utilize Zephyr for test case management and defect tracking throughout the testing lifecycle.Manage user stories, sprint planning, and backlog in JIRA to ensure agile delivery and timely resolution of issues.Guide the implementation and integration of Polaris solutions within the FP&A modernization project.Collaborate with data scientists and forecast modelers to incorporate AI/ML forecasting methodologies into FP&A processes.Coordinate with global teams in Asia and Europe, accommodating meeting schedules primarily during Eastern Time zone business hours.Facilitate communication and collaboration across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.Support change management, user training, and documentation related to the migration and modernization efforts.Qualifications: Proven experience as a Business Systems Analyst supporting FP&A transformations or similar finance technology initiatives.Hands-on experience with Zephyr, JIRA, and Polaris tools.Practical knowledge or exposure to AI/ML forecasting techniques and applications.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical and business concepts.Able to work collaboratively in a hybrid office environment in Tampa, Florida, or remotely within the Eastern Time Zone.Comfortable with flexible scheduling to collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones.Preferred: Residence in Florida with willingness to spend shared time in the Tampa office.Familiarity with finance and forecasting business processes in large enterprises.If you would like more information, please reach out!#J-18808-Ljbffr