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Business Systems Analyst

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About Vintti

Vintti is a staffing agency that leverages the geographical advantage of Latin America to benefit US businesses. We connect companies with professionals who work in time zones closely aligned with or identical to US hours, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration. This synchronicity allows for real-time interaction, enhancing productivity and eliminating the delays often associated with offshore staffing.

Description

A Business Systems Analyst is a vital link between a company's information technology capabilities and its business objectives. This role involves analyzing business needs, examining current systems and processes, and recommending strategic solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability. By working closely with stakeholders, gathering requirements, and translating them into technical specifications, a Business Systems Analyst ensures that IT solutions align with business goals. This position requires strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a deep understanding of systems architecture and business processes.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Business Systems Analyst or similar role.
- Strong understanding of business processes, workflows, and data models.
- Proficiency in requirements gathering and documentation.
- Experience with developing technical specifications and liaising with developers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience conducting user acceptance testing (UAT) and facilitating stakeholder meetings.
- Ability to create and manage detailed project plans.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
- Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
- Technical proficiency with business analysis tools and software.
- Ability to conduct training sessions and presentations for stakeholders and end-users.
- Knowledge of system integration, data migration, and system enhancement processes.
- Experience in performing gap analysis and proposing solutions.
- Capability to troubleshoot and resolve system issues in collaboration with IT teams.
- Strong documentation skills, including creating user manuals and requirements documents.
- Understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics tracking.
- Experience in developing business cases and conducting cost-benefit analyses.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies and industry trends.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong focus on solution integrity and quality assurance.

Responsabilities

- Gather and analyze business requirements from stakeholders.
- Develop detailed documentation of business processes, workflows, and data models.
- Liaise with developers to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
- Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss project status and updates.
- Perform gap analysis to identify inconsistencies between current and desired business processes.
- Validate proposed solutions with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Facilitate and document user acceptance testing (UAT) processes.
- Monitor project progress and assist in resolving any issues or roadblocks.
- Prepare and deliver presentations explaining systems changes and enhancements to stakeholders.
- Conduct training sessions for end-users on new systems or updates.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive project delivery.
- Create and maintain project plans, including tracking milestones and deliverables.
- Analyze system vulnerabilities and recommend improvements for efficiency.
- Collaborate with IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including requirements, specifications, and user manuals.
- Track and analyze key performance indicators to measure project success.
- Assist in the development of business cases and cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects.
- Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to incorporate best practices.
- Provide ongoing support and maintenance for existing business systems.
- Coordinate with quality assurance teams to ensure solution integrity and performance.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Business Systems Analyst role is a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in business processes, workflows, and data models, typically evidenced by a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field. This individual boasts proven experience in gathering and documenting business requirements, developing technical specifications, and collaborating closely with developers to ensure solutions align with business objectives. They possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to effectively facilitate stakeholder meetings and conduct user acceptance testing (UAT). With a proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, they are adept at creating and managing detailed project plans, tracking key performance indicators, and delivering presentations and training sessions for varied audiences. Their technical prowess extends to troubleshooting and resolving system issues in partnership with IT teams, as well as conducting system integration, data migration, and enhancement projects. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, coupled with strong documentation skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. This proactive and self-motivated team player excels under pressure and manages multiple priorities with ease, maintaining a customer-centric approach and strong stakeholder management throughout. Adaptable and always eager to stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, they are passionate about leveraging technology to optimize processes and solve business challenges, all while demonstrating a high degree of integrity, professionalism, and exceptional negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

On a typical day, you will...

- Gather and analyze business requirements from stakeholders.
- Develop detailed documentation of business processes, workflows, and data models.
- Liaise with developers to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
- Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss project status and updates.
- Perform gap analysis to identify inconsistencies between current and desired business processes.
- Validate proposed solutions with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Facilitate and document user acceptance testing (UAT) processes.
- Monitor project progress and assist in resolving any issues or roadblocks.
- Prepare and deliver presentations explaining systems changes and enhancements to stakeholders.
- Conduct training sessions for end-users on new systems or updates.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive project delivery.
- Create and maintain project plans, including tracking milestones and deliverables.
- Analyze system vulnerabilities and recommend improvements for efficiency.
- Collaborate with IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including requirements, specifications, and user manuals.
- Track and analyze key performance indicators to measure project success.
- Assist in the development of business cases and cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects.
- Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to incorporate best practices.
- Provide ongoing support and maintenance for existing business systems.
- Coordinate with quality assurance teams to ensure solution integrity and performance.

What we are looking for

- Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills
- Proactive and self-motivated individual
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Team player who collaborates effectively across departments
- Adaptable and open to learning new tools and technologies
- Strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- High level of technical proficiency and aptitude
- Strong documentation and writing skills
- Commitment to delivering high-quality results
- Innovative thinker with a penchant for process optimization
- Strong customer-centric approach
- Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
- High degree of integrity and professionalism
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to quickly understand complex business processes and systems
- Keen understanding of business objectives and aligning solutions accordingly
- Passionate about leveraging technology to solve business challenges

What you can expect (benefits)

- Competitive salary range based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Flexible work hours and remote work options
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Wellness programs and gym membership discounts
- Paid parental leave and family support benefits
- Career advancement opportunities and promotion pathways
- Employee recognition and reward programs
- Life and disability insurance
- Commuter benefits and transportation allowances
- Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- Inclusive and diverse work environment
- Support for professional certifications and memberships
- Collaborative and supportive company culture
- Performance bonuses and incentive plans

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