Business Systems Analyst Job at Zocalo Recruiting in Phoenix

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Business Systems Analyst (BSA) with expertise in FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) and SQL to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will act as a critical liaison between business stakeholders and IT, ensuring that systems align with business processes and financial strategies. You will gather and analyze business requirements, focusing on financial systems, and play a key role in optimizing system functionality through data analysis and reporting. Key Responsibilities: Requirements Gathering : Collaborate with finance and other business stakeholders to gather and document detailed business and system requirements, ensuring alignment with business and financial goals. Financial Systems Support : Work closely with the FP&A team to analyze financial data and improve financial reporting processes using system-based solutions. Business Process Analysis : Analyze and map current business and financial processes, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending system-based solutions to optimize operations. SQL Data Analysis : Use SQL to query and analyze data, create reports, and provide insights to support business decision-making, particularly in the areas of financial analysis and forecasting. System Design & Implementation : Collaborate with IT and development teams to design, configure, and implement financial systems or system enhancements that meet business requirements. Technical Specifications : Translate business needs into detailed functional and technical specifications for system changes and enhancements, with a focus on financial systems and reporting. Testing & Validation : Develop and execute test plans to validate that financial systems meet business and functional requirements. Support user acceptance testing (UAT) for finance-related projects. System Support : Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for financial system-related issues. Act as a liaison between finance teams, IT, and technical teams to resolve issues promptly. Stakeholder Communication : Facilitate clear communication between business stakeholders, particularly finance, and technical teams to ensure project scope and financial system objectives are understood. Documentation : Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including financial process flows, technical requirements, and system specifications. Key Qualifications: Education : Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience : 3-5 years of experience in business systems analysis with a focus on financial systems and FP&A processes. Proven experience working with finance teams, particularly in FP&A. Strong experience in SQL for querying and data analysis. Familiarity with project management methodologies and software development life cycles (SDLC). Technical Skills : SQL expertise is required for querying, analyzing, and reporting financial data. Knowledge of financial systems (ERP, budgeting, forecasting tools) and how they support FP&A processes. Strong business process modeling skills and experience using tools like Visio, Lucidchart. FP&A Expertise : Strong understanding of FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Ability to work closely with finance teams to improve financial planning and reporting systems. Analytical Skills : Strong problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to translate financial and business problems into system solutions. Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information for non-technical stakeholders, particularly in finance. Project Management : Experience with Agile or Waterfall project management methodologies is a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics. Experience in financial data modeling and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Python skills are a plus for automating processes, data analysis, or enhancing financial reporting systems. Previous experience in industries such as healthcare, retail, or finance is an advantage.