Sr. Business AnalystLocation: Jersey City, NJ (Web Cam Interview) Duration: Long Term (W2) H1 Transfer/ GC/ CitizenJob Description:Work in an agile and fast-paced environment interfacing with Management, Business, Operations and Technology teamsPossess strong working knowledge and experience of Equities Settlements.
Experience with Client BPS/BPSA a plus.Demonstrate in depth knowledge of Prime Brokerage, Options processing and Arranged Financing workflow including Trade booking, Accounting, PnL and Tax processing.Liaise with project stakeholders to gather business requirements and propose solutions. Create detailed flow diagrams, functional and technical specifications required to enhance and support Equities settlements related applications.Document Test plans, Test cases, Execute and Support testing for any Software changes to the BPS platform and related internal applications.Coordinate and execute UAT with Ops, Vendor and Other IT teams.Provide status updates, proper escalations & reporting to management & businessIdentify and assist in resolution of risks and issues that will adversely affect planned project milestonesQualifications:Bachelor's degree with 7+ years hands on Business analysis and/or Software Development experience.Skillset Requirements:Strong analytical skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements.Technical requirements: Ability to write SQL queries.Understanding of MQ, SFTP, Unix/Linux, Shell Scripting fundamentals a plus.Product Knowledge of Client BPS a plus or Other settlement platforms (Calypso).Microsoft applications – Excel, Word, Powperpoint, Project, Visio, Access.Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts.Subject matter proficiency in Equity products and trade processing cycle inclusive of cash and financing.