Business Analyst II

Job Title: Business Analyst II (Mid-Level Business Analyst) Location: Charlotte, NC Duration: Contract - 11 months Pay Range: $38.46/hr (W2) Job ID: 407387 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking an IT Business Analyst II to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in business analysis, data analysis, and Agile tools and a proven ability to translate business needs into clear requirements and support delivery of technology solutions. This role requires a specific start date and a hybrid schedule of at least three days per week onsite. Responsibilities: Elicit and analyze business needs with stakeholders and translate them into clear, testable requirements. Document business requirements, functional specifications, and user stories with acceptance criteria. Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement and produce reports, dashboards, and visualizations. Evaluate and model business processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements to support continuous improvement. Lead or support mid-sized projects, including planning, tracking, and coordination for delivery. Facilitate meetings, workshops, and presentations to validate requirements with business and technical teams. Participate in User Acceptance Testing and ensure solutions meet acceptance criteria and business goals. Maintain accurate documentation of processes, systems, and requirements and track project metrics and outcomes. Required Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field. Typically 3-5 years of experience in business analysis or related roles. Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving with ability to derive insights. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Experience with business process modeling and documentation. Familiarity with Excel, SQL, and Power BI or Tableau. Experience with Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence. Preferred Skills: Experience leading or mentoring junior analysts on deliverables and best practices. Background in creating dashboards and performance reports for leadership stakeholders. Typical Deliverables: Business Requirements Documents, user stories, and acceptance criteria. Process flows, data models, and supporting documentation. Reports, dashboards, and project performance metrics. Level Expectations (BA II): Operate with moderate independence and limited supervision. Handle more complex analysis and mid-sized projects. Contribute to decision-making and stakeholder management and may mentor BA I analysts. Additional Details: This position follows a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of three days per week onsite. A defined start date is required due to business need. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for growth with global clients. A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.