Business Analyst

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 15 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 1,500 team members that speak 35+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.
Join Aprio's Agile Management team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities.  Aprio, LLP is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Business Analyst to join their dynamic team. 

Position responsibilities:

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate with leadership and technology teams to determine scope and vision.
•  Clearly identify stakeholders, establish user classes, and understand their requirements.
•  Act as a trusted liaison between technology and business units to understand and advocate for business needs.
•  Participate in Scrum events using Agile methodology, including writing user stories, and defining acceptance criteria.

Requirements Analysis:
•  Elicit, analyze, specify, and validate business needs, employing methods such as workshops, questionnaires, surveys, and office visits.
•  Analyze and model business processes to ensure that both current and proposed software fulfills the requirements.
•  Translate conceptual user requirements into clear functional requirements for the development team.
•  Ensure completeness, consistency, and conformity to standards of all gathered requirements.

Technology & Process Implementation:

•  Research, recommend, and assist in the implementation of software solutions, including off-the-shelf and open-source components.
•  Coordinate requirements walk-throughs and signoffs, ensuring alignment with user needs.
•  Be proactive in identifying and advocating for new technologies to optimize business processes.
•  Work across the organization to introduce and implement business process changes and application practices.

Quality Assurance & Testing:

• Develop and conduct peer reviews of business requirements to ensure accurate interpretation.
• Develop test procedures to ensure software and modifications meet user specifications.

Operational Excellence:

• Analyze, recommend, and implement strategies to enhance current requirements-gathering processes.
• Provide guidance and/or instruction to staff members and drive a continuous improvement mindset within the team.
•  Participate in the selection and QA of technology solutions, ensuring they meet business needs.
• Resolve issues with usage of supported applications, while addressing process issues to reduce future issues

Qualifications:

• College diploma or university degree in business administration, computer science, finance, or information systems.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Proven expertise in business and technical requirements analysis, elicitation, and modeling.
• Familiarity with Agile methodology, Scrum framework, and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Excel, Office 365 tools (Flow, Forms, SharePoint), and intermediate knowledge of database principles (SQL queries, data mapping). 

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of Power BI, SQL Server (scripts: Select, Filter, Join), and basic computer science principles.
• Prior consulting experience and a working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and standards. 
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication abilities.
• Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail and the capability to prioritize under pressure.
• Client service orientation with a collaborative work ethic.

Why work for Aprio:Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm. 
Perks/Benefits we offer for full time team members:- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account- 401k with Profit Sharing- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion- Discretionary incentive compensation based on f