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Senior business analyst lead requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in senior business analyst lead job postings.
Sample senior business analyst lead requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in business analysis
- Proven track record of leading a team of business analysts
- Expertise in data analysis and report generation
- Experience in Agile/Scrum methodology
- Proficiency in SQL and database management
Sample required senior business analyst lead soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking ability
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Senior business analyst lead job description example 1
HEPCO senior business analyst lead job description
Work at an elite aerospace defense contractor in a critical position as a Sr. Business Analyst and Test Lead.
Analyze business and technical processes to formulate and develop new and modified business requirements for implementation of Microsoft 365 suite of products and technologies.
Represents the business unit to define requirements and business cases for the technology developments.
Coordinates with business and technology teams, ascertaining system requirements, such as program functions, output requirements, input data acquisition, and system techniques and controls.
Responsible for ensuring successful planning, execution, and tracking of functional and technical requirements from initiation through integration testing in support of large and complex technology projects.
Ensures Business, Functional and Technical Requirements Traceability is documented and maintained throughout all test cycles to deployment.
Develop the end-to-end (E2E) Test Strategy/Plan, obtaining required approvals / sign-offs and ensuring that the plan is communicated to all project stakeholders.
Executes to the Strategy/Plan anticipating problems and carrying out mitigation actions as necessary.
Skills Required:
Knowledgeable in technical and functional operations of software and IT organization. Must possess excellent documentation and writing skills with strong background and experience in problem solving. Able to create the End-to-End Test Closure Summary and presentation to the project team. Should develop the procedure that will be used for the documentation, review, and sign off the integration test scenarios. Experience participating in or leading system testing for large projects and familiarity with tools used to track issues and status.
Education Required:
12+ Years with BS 10+ Years with MS 7+ Years with PhD
Benefits:
Health Insurance 401k
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Analyze business and technical processes to formulate and develop new and modified business requirements for implementation of Microsoft 365 suite of products and technologies.
Represents the business unit to define requirements and business cases for the technology developments.
Coordinates with business and technology teams, ascertaining system requirements, such as program functions, output requirements, input data acquisition, and system techniques and controls.
Responsible for ensuring successful planning, execution, and tracking of functional and technical requirements from initiation through integration testing in support of large and complex technology projects.
Ensures Business, Functional and Technical Requirements Traceability is documented and maintained throughout all test cycles to deployment.
Develop the end-to-end (E2E) Test Strategy/Plan, obtaining required approvals / sign-offs and ensuring that the plan is communicated to all project stakeholders.
Executes to the Strategy/Plan anticipating problems and carrying out mitigation actions as necessary.
Skills Required:
Knowledgeable in technical and functional operations of software and IT organization. Must possess excellent documentation and writing skills with strong background and experience in problem solving. Able to create the End-to-End Test Closure Summary and presentation to the project team. Should develop the procedure that will be used for the documentation, review, and sign off the integration test scenarios. Experience participating in or leading system testing for large projects and familiarity with tools used to track issues and status.
Education Required:
12+ Years with BS 10+ Years with MS 7+ Years with PhD
Benefits:
Health Insurance 401k
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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Senior business analyst lead job description example 2
Clear Labs senior business analyst lead job description
The Senior Business Analyst role is a new position in Finance, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, that is being created for business process analysis, dedicated NetSuite administration, and support of the Finance and Operations teams. The Senior Business Analyst will have high visibility and impact across the entire Clear Labs organization and will liaise daily with Finance and Operations teams for NetSuite implementation, Arena integration, and overall maintenance of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and processes. This individual will have a foundational knowledge of accounting, finance, operations, and quality management systems, and strong communications and interpersonal skills to navigate a rapidly growing, complex business environment.
Responsibilities
Manage and provide support to business processes in NetSuite Provide internal, on-going system / technical support to NetSuite users
Provide training and maintain proper system access for all users / roles
Provide frontline support with regards to all aspects of NetSuite system architecture and data integrity
Work with business partners in Finance, Operations, Quality, R&D and Sales to integrate NetSuite with Arena, our product lifecycle management (PLM) system, and Salesforce, our customer relationship management (CRM) system
Manage NetSuite system initiatives / projects from inception to launch Provide requirements documentation, implementation, user testing support, and change management controls
Develop, document, and implement policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure data integrity and change protocols
Stay up-to-date on the newest NetSuite functionality; ensure NetSuite customizations carry over flawlessly and take advantage of new features
Manage NetSuite external consultants / contractors
Manage NetSuite configuration, implementation, testing, and validation Focus on five key areas: Inventory management
Planning and procurement
Production and work orders
Order fulfillment
Billing and revenue recognition
Oversee configuration changes to NetSuite fields, workflows, roles / permissions, forms, records, saved searches and reports, and standardize the process that governs these changes
Work with key stakeholders to configure NetSuite, ensure functional testing in the sandbox, coordinate user testing, ensure that sign-off is given by all function prior to move to production
Ensure the system is maintained in a clean and organized manner that is always "audit ready"
Develop and implement reports focused on revenue, inventory, and cost management Generate monthly inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS) reports
Support month-end close (MEC) activities
Maintain essential reporting pertaining to customer contracts, inventory, exposure, turns, errors and omissions (E&O), etc. Publish these key performance indicators (KPIs) on a monthly / quarterly basis.
Support end-user requests for new saved searches, reports, KPIs, and dashboards
Assist in the creation of ad hoc reports
Conduct analysis and monitor trends to support Finance and Operations Analyze the business results
Update bill of materials (BOMs) based on historical consumption rates, upload min-max and safety stock in ERP systems, based on historical analysis
Work closely with planners to create / update supply demand models. Assist in the implementation, and data management of such models
Highlight data anomalies, trends useful for inventory or process management
Requirements
3+ years of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system experience, specifically with NetSuite; NetSuite Certification a big plus
1-3 years of experience in business process analysis including but not limited to: data management, supply chain management, global procurement, billing, payments, accounts receivables, general ledger, revenue recognition, planning, audit, and reporting
Prior experience at life sciences tools, diagnostics, or instrumentation / reagents focused businesses a plus
Prior experience working with and integrating ERP systems with CRM, PLM, and other eCommerce tools
Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
All Clear Lab employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or be approved for a religious or medical exemption
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance
Onsite organic snacks
Lunch onsite 5 days a week
Unlimited Flexible Time Off
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Stock Option Plan
Responsibilities
Manage and provide support to business processes in NetSuite Provide internal, on-going system / technical support to NetSuite users
Provide training and maintain proper system access for all users / roles
Provide frontline support with regards to all aspects of NetSuite system architecture and data integrity
Work with business partners in Finance, Operations, Quality, R&D and Sales to integrate NetSuite with Arena, our product lifecycle management (PLM) system, and Salesforce, our customer relationship management (CRM) system
Manage NetSuite system initiatives / projects from inception to launch Provide requirements documentation, implementation, user testing support, and change management controls
Develop, document, and implement policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure data integrity and change protocols
Stay up-to-date on the newest NetSuite functionality; ensure NetSuite customizations carry over flawlessly and take advantage of new features
Manage NetSuite external consultants / contractors
Manage NetSuite configuration, implementation, testing, and validation Focus on five key areas: Inventory management
Planning and procurement
Production and work orders
Order fulfillment
Billing and revenue recognition
Oversee configuration changes to NetSuite fields, workflows, roles / permissions, forms, records, saved searches and reports, and standardize the process that governs these changes
Work with key stakeholders to configure NetSuite, ensure functional testing in the sandbox, coordinate user testing, ensure that sign-off is given by all function prior to move to production
Ensure the system is maintained in a clean and organized manner that is always "audit ready"
Develop and implement reports focused on revenue, inventory, and cost management Generate monthly inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS) reports
Support month-end close (MEC) activities
Maintain essential reporting pertaining to customer contracts, inventory, exposure, turns, errors and omissions (E&O), etc. Publish these key performance indicators (KPIs) on a monthly / quarterly basis.
Support end-user requests for new saved searches, reports, KPIs, and dashboards
Assist in the creation of ad hoc reports
Conduct analysis and monitor trends to support Finance and Operations Analyze the business results
Update bill of materials (BOMs) based on historical consumption rates, upload min-max and safety stock in ERP systems, based on historical analysis
Work closely with planners to create / update supply demand models. Assist in the implementation, and data management of such models
Highlight data anomalies, trends useful for inventory or process management
Requirements
3+ years of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system experience, specifically with NetSuite; NetSuite Certification a big plus
1-3 years of experience in business process analysis including but not limited to: data management, supply chain management, global procurement, billing, payments, accounts receivables, general ledger, revenue recognition, planning, audit, and reporting
Prior experience at life sciences tools, diagnostics, or instrumentation / reagents focused businesses a plus
Prior experience working with and integrating ERP systems with CRM, PLM, and other eCommerce tools
Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
All Clear Lab employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or be approved for a religious or medical exemption
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance
Onsite organic snacks
Lunch onsite 5 days a week
Unlimited Flexible Time Off
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Stock Option Plan
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Senior business analyst lead job description example 3
City National Bank senior business analyst lead job description
**WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?**
The Senior Business Analyst's focus of this position is to work closely with City National Bank Divisions as it aligns with the enterprise strategic priorities by leading and facilitating workshops with stakeholders to gain in-depth understanding of business strategy, processes, services, roadmap and the context in which the business operates and provide solutions to both tactical and strategic needs. This role works with Process & Product Owners and Process Managers across the Enterprise to 1) document process and data flows utilizing lean six sigma tools and methodologies , Agile and/or Scaled Agile (SaFE) as well as gathering and documenting business requirements 2) partner to identify and drive process improvements/transformations. Position will develop both written and visual depictions of project requirements and process flows. Works on moderately complex to complex issues and projects and processes. 3) Will also project manage engagements according to the project management body of knowledge framework (PMP-PMBOK) and/or Agile framework. 4) Facilitate design thinking workshops to help define and/or support solutions recommendations to stakeholders 5) Design, create, develop relevant reporting and data analysis to support engagements 6) Generate and package effective and impactful presentations for stakeholders utilizing a storyboard framework
**WHAT WILL YOU DO?**
+ Document and maintain process and data flows utilizing six sigma tools & methodologies as well as Agile framework
+ Partner with process owners and process & product managers to identify and drive process improvements in highly complex and risk areas to maximize efficiency, quality and customer experience
+ Derive solutions from an end-to-end perspective to include product life-cycles, often extending to upstream and downstream businesses and applications.
+ Review, analyze and make recommendations to the design and implementation of operational activities
+ Identify required data elements, and create source-to-target mappings (including business logic) for data transformations.
+ Develop data quality metrics/ standards that identify gaps and ensure compliance with standards across the enterprise.
+ Solicit, understand, and document the business requirements, processes and workflows
+ Lead the creation of requirements documents and serve as a subject matter expert to the developers building those functions, and work with the QA team to test the developed functionality
+ Manage projects and work product through a matrix managed environment
**WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED**
**Must-Have***
+ Bachelor's Degree Finance, Business Administration or technology preferred
+ 8 years of advanced knowledge and relevant application / experience with statistical analysis, multivariate procedures, and financial services data infrastructures
+ 8 years of experience in Financial Services or Banking industries
+ Lean Six Sigma Certification Black Belt or equivalent
+ Agile and/or SaFe (Scaled Agile) Certification or Equivalent
+ Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or Equivalent
**Skills and Knowledge**
+ Master's Degree in a related field is preferred
+ Broad knowledge of project management
+ Expert of working in an agile environment creating user stories and closely working with technical team members to clarify and articulate requirements
+ At least 8-10 years of experience in Business Analysis Skills - Requirements analysis, Elicitation, Agile Methodologies
+ At least 8-10 years of experience in Development/ Configuration/solutions evaluation/ Validation and deployment
+ At least 8-10 years of experience in creating requirement specifications based on Architecture/Design /Detailing of Processes
+ At least 8-10 years of experience in capturing requirements related to internal/external consulting, documenting, and mapping current business process
+ Experience with project management
+ Analytical and Communication skills
+ Planning and Co-ordination skills
+ Ability to perform critical analysis, to critique the work of others, and to build the firms data management model
+ Strong knowledge and working understanding of finance, operations, portfolio management and trading concepts that intersect and interact with statistical analysis and predictive modeling.
+ Data analysis - Must have proficiency with SQL, Microsoft Excel, Tableau , MIRO or equivalent
+ Knowledge of Total Quality Management, Lean Six Sigma, Design Thinking and OCM is a plus
+ Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and an ability to bring clear direction in the face of uncertainty / ambiguity
+ Excellent communication skills, specifically regarding communicating technical data and statistical issues in a fashion that can be readily digested and understood by others.
**Compensation**
Starting base salary: $108,305 - $140,688 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
***To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualifications**
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
**INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT**
City National Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
**ABOUT CITY NATIONAL**
We start with a basic premise: Business is personal. Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and community flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues to drive phenomenal growth today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies.
**Positions based in New York City:**
In order to work on-site at City National Bank in New York City, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, per city requirements. Shortly after your start date, you will be required to attest to your vaccination status and will be required to provide proof of vaccination.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/DisabledBanking Operations/Back Office
The Senior Business Analyst's focus of this position is to work closely with City National Bank Divisions as it aligns with the enterprise strategic priorities by leading and facilitating workshops with stakeholders to gain in-depth understanding of business strategy, processes, services, roadmap and the context in which the business operates and provide solutions to both tactical and strategic needs. This role works with Process & Product Owners and Process Managers across the Enterprise to 1) document process and data flows utilizing lean six sigma tools and methodologies , Agile and/or Scaled Agile (SaFE) as well as gathering and documenting business requirements 2) partner to identify and drive process improvements/transformations. Position will develop both written and visual depictions of project requirements and process flows. Works on moderately complex to complex issues and projects and processes. 3) Will also project manage engagements according to the project management body of knowledge framework (PMP-PMBOK) and/or Agile framework. 4) Facilitate design thinking workshops to help define and/or support solutions recommendations to stakeholders 5) Design, create, develop relevant reporting and data analysis to support engagements 6) Generate and package effective and impactful presentations for stakeholders utilizing a storyboard framework
**WHAT WILL YOU DO?**
+ Document and maintain process and data flows utilizing six sigma tools & methodologies as well as Agile framework
+ Partner with process owners and process & product managers to identify and drive process improvements in highly complex and risk areas to maximize efficiency, quality and customer experience
+ Derive solutions from an end-to-end perspective to include product life-cycles, often extending to upstream and downstream businesses and applications.
+ Review, analyze and make recommendations to the design and implementation of operational activities
+ Identify required data elements, and create source-to-target mappings (including business logic) for data transformations.
+ Develop data quality metrics/ standards that identify gaps and ensure compliance with standards across the enterprise.
+ Solicit, understand, and document the business requirements, processes and workflows
+ Lead the creation of requirements documents and serve as a subject matter expert to the developers building those functions, and work with the QA team to test the developed functionality
+ Manage projects and work product through a matrix managed environment
**WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED**
**Must-Have***
+ Bachelor's Degree Finance, Business Administration or technology preferred
+ 8 years of advanced knowledge and relevant application / experience with statistical analysis, multivariate procedures, and financial services data infrastructures
+ 8 years of experience in Financial Services or Banking industries
+ Lean Six Sigma Certification Black Belt or equivalent
+ Agile and/or SaFe (Scaled Agile) Certification or Equivalent
+ Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or Equivalent
**Skills and Knowledge**
+ Master's Degree in a related field is preferred
+ Broad knowledge of project management
+ Expert of working in an agile environment creating user stories and closely working with technical team members to clarify and articulate requirements
+ At least 8-10 years of experience in Business Analysis Skills - Requirements analysis, Elicitation, Agile Methodologies
+ At least 8-10 years of experience in Development/ Configuration/solutions evaluation/ Validation and deployment
+ At least 8-10 years of experience in creating requirement specifications based on Architecture/Design /Detailing of Processes
+ At least 8-10 years of experience in capturing requirements related to internal/external consulting, documenting, and mapping current business process
+ Experience with project management
+ Analytical and Communication skills
+ Planning and Co-ordination skills
+ Ability to perform critical analysis, to critique the work of others, and to build the firms data management model
+ Strong knowledge and working understanding of finance, operations, portfolio management and trading concepts that intersect and interact with statistical analysis and predictive modeling.
+ Data analysis - Must have proficiency with SQL, Microsoft Excel, Tableau , MIRO or equivalent
+ Knowledge of Total Quality Management, Lean Six Sigma, Design Thinking and OCM is a plus
+ Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and an ability to bring clear direction in the face of uncertainty / ambiguity
+ Excellent communication skills, specifically regarding communicating technical data and statistical issues in a fashion that can be readily digested and understood by others.
**Compensation**
Starting base salary: $108,305 - $140,688 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
***To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualifications**
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
**INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT**
City National Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
**ABOUT CITY NATIONAL**
We start with a basic premise: Business is personal. Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and community flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues to drive phenomenal growth today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies.
**Positions based in New York City:**
In order to work on-site at City National Bank in New York City, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, per city requirements. Shortly after your start date, you will be required to attest to your vaccination status and will be required to provide proof of vaccination.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/DisabledBanking Operations/Back Office
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024