Business Analyst

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Business Analyst in Saint Charles, MO.Summary:We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support strategic technology and business transformation initiatives. This role will focus on requirements gathering, business process analysis, testing coordination, system implementation support, and organizational change across multiple departments. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering with business and IT teams to drive process improvements and technology adoption.Current Project Focus:This position will initially support a major CRM implementation and enterprise platform modernization effort focused on improving student-facing and administrative processes. Responsibilities will include requirements gathering, process analysis, stakeholder engagement, testing coordination, documentation, and implementation support. Following this initiative, the Business Analyst will support additional projects focused on degree audit improvements, student progress tracking, advising effectiveness, and operational efficiencies.Key Responsibilities:* Gather, document, and validate business and functional requirements* Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for improvement* Document current and future-state workflows through process mapping* Support software implementation and business transformation projects* Conduct data analysis and develop reports, presentations, and recommendations* Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including test planning, execution, and defect tracking* Partner with project managers, technical teams, and business stakeholders to ensure successful delivery* Evaluate solutions and recommend process and technology improvements* Support change management, stakeholder communication, and user adoption efforts* Present findings, insights, and recommendations to leadership and project teamsRequirements* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred* Solution-oriented mindset with strong executive presence* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills* Effective communicator, comfortable working with all levels of an organization* Passion for improving processes, technology adoption, and the overall user experience* Ability to quickly identify business challenges and improvement opportunitiesPreferred Qualifications:* 7+ years of Business Analysis experience* Experience supporting CRM, ERP, Student Information Systems, or other enterprise platform implementations* Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma* Experience working on large-scale organizational change and business transformation initiativesThis is an excellent opportunity to join a highly visible transformation program and help drive meaningful business and technology improvements across the organization.Job TypeContractCompensation55 - $65