Business Analyst

Business Analyst Location: Fridley, MN (Onsite) W2 Basisi only Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to work closely with business leaders, stakeholders, and IT teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, develop data-driven solutions, and deliver business value. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills, along with an understanding of business systems and data analysis. Key Responsibilities Partner with business leaders to understand business strategies, challenges, and opportunities for improving efficiency and delivering value. Analyze business data and trends to identify opportunities and develop actionable recommendations. Work with business datasets to define use cases for improving products, processes, and services. Collaborate with Business Relationship Managers (BRMs), business stakeholders, and IT Product Owners/Managers to define and document business requirements. Translate business needs into clear functional requirements for system and product enhancements. Represent business needs and priorities throughout the solution delivery lifecycle. Participate in projects from requirements gathering and analysis through design, implementation, and delivery. Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to systems, products, and business processes. Work with cross-functional teams to build consensus and achieve project objectives. Communicate project status, business requirements, issues, recommendations, and findings to senior stakeholders. Provide guidance, coaching, and knowledge sharing to other team members when required. May coordinate projects, delegate activities, and review deliverables. Required Skills 4+ years of relevant Business Analyst experience with a High School Diploma/equivalent, or 2+ years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree. Strong business and data analysis skills. Ability to analyze data, trends, and business processes and develop recommendations. Experience gathering, documenting, and managing business requirements. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong attention to detail. Cross-functional collaboration experience. Customer-service-oriented approach. Experience with process improvement initiatives. Understanding of business systems, software, and technology concepts. Familiarity with data analysis tools and data modeling methodologies. Practical knowledge of project management is preferred Georgia IT Inc