Software App Development Business Analyst
Job Summary:
The Software App Development Business Analyst is responsible for accomplishing objectives through the analysis of business functions and process requirements. This role interacts with senior analysts, product managers, and their teams to develop and document business processes based on product requirements. The Business Analyst communicates directly with stakeholders and clients to assist in product discovery and works with software development teams to translate project requirements into deliverable systems. The incumbent helps internal and external stakeholders define problems and implement solutions using best practices from business analysis, project management, and process improvement disciplines.
Job Duties:
• Works with project and product teams to establish scope, deliverables, and resource requirements
• Assists in conducting needs assessments and requirements gathering while developing business process models to meet project goals
• Assists in the development and management of user stories, acceptance criteria, test plans, and technical documents
• Assists in development of user training materials, best practice guidance, and Level 1 support
• Assists in quality assurance testing, with progression to managing the testing process
• Assists in communication of project progress challenges, resolutions, and other business concerns to stakeholders in a clear, accurate, and timely manner
• Assists senior team members with operational tasks, such as systems documentation and developing training materials
• Facilitates meetings with internal and external stakeholders to identify requirements, develop workflows, develop solutions, and manage project phases
• Conducts research to find data sources and information to support projects
• Performs root cause analysis and recommends solutions
• Other duties as required
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Bachelor’s degree in technology, project management, accounting, or business discipline, preferred
Experience:
• Three (3) or more years of experience as a Business Analyst, Project Manager, or Process Improvement specialist demonstrating progression in complexity, scope, and number of projects managed, required
• One (1) or more years of experience in an Agile Scrum software development framework, required
Certifications:
• Project Management Professional (PMP), preferred
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), preferred
• Lean Six Sigma certification, preferred
• Certified Scrum Master, preferred
Software:
• One (1) or more years of experience with Microsoft Power Platform products with Power Apps and/or Power Automate, preferred
• Proficiency in business analysis and project management tools (e.g.,Jira, Asana, ClickUp, Monday.com, or Azure DevOps), preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft SQL, Power BI, and SSRS, preferred
• Proficiency with using data sources to produce reports and dashboards, preferred
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps, preferred
• Experience with product design tools, such as Figma, Visio, Miro, Mural or another software design tool, preferred
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Superior attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to design and improve processes
• High level of integrity and discretion
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences
• Ability to travel as required by client/business needs
• Learns quickly and adapts to new technologies
• Possesses excellent communication and written skills
• Self-starts and works well in a team environment
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $95,000 - $125,000
Maryland Range: $95,000 - $125,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $95,000 - $125,000
Company
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:
- Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
- Empowering team members to explore their full potential
- Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
- Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
- Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
- BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!
*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets