Business Analyst IV

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst IV to join a long-term contract opportunity in Wisconsin. In this role, you will partner with business leaders and technology teams to shape reporting solutions, clarify requirements, and support delivery that strengthens operational and strategic outcomes. This position is well suited for someone who can work independently, guide cross-functional teams, and bring structure to complex initiatives in an Agile environment.

Responsibilities:
• Direct the reporting workstream for assigned initiatives, keeping activities aligned with timelines, priorities, and business goals.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across business and IT to uncover needs, define expectations, and convert requests into clear functional requirements.
• Facilitate key planning and delivery meetings, or coordinate appropriate team representation, to maintain momentum across Agile ceremonies and reporting discussions.
• Translate reporting and business needs into actionable guidance for developers and project teams to support accurate solution design and execution.
• Maintain a prioritized inventory of report requirements and monitor progress to ensure transparent delivery tracking.
• Review draft reports and related outputs before user validation to improve quality and readiness for formal testing.
• Oversee completion of reporting documentation, including version control practices and organized records for future reference.
• Support business users through demonstrations, training activities, issue follow-up, and resolution of reporting-related questions.
• Encourage a self-service reporting approach while helping establish solutions that are sustainable and easy to transition to support teams.
• Identify opportunities to reuse existing reporting assets or automations where appropriate to improve efficiency and consistency.• At least 5 years of business analysis experience with a strong track record of leading business-focused initiatives from requirements through delivery.
• Demonstrated success working in Agile environments and guiding teams with a proactive, independent approach.
• Strong ability to gather, document, and refine requirements from senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to create clear materials in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Experience coordinating work across distributed teams in multiple locations and maintaining alignment among varied stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage documentation, priorities, and reporting details effectively.
• Insurance industry experience is required, with preference for candidates who also bring property and casualty, reinsurance, or finance reporting knowledge.
• Familiarity with reporting platforms, issue tracking tools such as JIRA, and user training or support activities is preferred.