Business Analyst

MNP•Calgary, AB

21d•Hybrid

About The Position

MNP is seeking a Business Analyst to join their Technology – Solution Delivery team. This role is for an individual who is inspirational, innovative, and entrepreneurial, and thrives in a culture that embraces digital transformation. The team is composed of tech-savvy builders and problem solvers who are dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions that redefine MNP's business practices. MNP is a leading national accounting, tax, and business advisory firm in Canada, known for its entrepreneurial spirit and ability to transform mid-market business practices.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of related work experience
Demonstrated ability to facilitate requirements gathering workshops and collaboration with business stakeholders, both in person and remote
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels
Excellent requirements gathering skills, ability to capture business processes using both existing process documentation and process walkthroughs with the staff performing the process
Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Visio, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Project
Demonstrated knowledge of Waterfall and Agile methodologies
Experience working in an Agile development environment

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Application development teams on custom built applications
Experience working with Wireframing or UI prototyping tools
Experience working with Previous system integration projects
Experience working with Azure DevOps

Responsibilities

Elicit, analyze, document and validate business requirements using a variety of tools including research, interviews, document analysis, and process analysis
Develop user stories and features from analysis models
Create viable specifications and acceptance criteria by ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and relevance of requirements
Liaise between multiple business and technology teams to analyze and assess system functionality and capabilities
Work with operations SMEs & stakeholders to fully understand system functionality and develop in-depth working knowledge of Firm programs and systems
Identify opportunities to improve technology systems that positively impact the business and participate in developing innovative approaches and solutions to resolve issues
Guide the development teams on multiple projects with required system documentation, Test Data, Demo Videos, UAT, and timely delivery
Collaborate with product owners, program/project managers, SMEs, and technical leads to create solutions that deliver value to stakeholders
Facilitate stakeholder consensus on design and implementation decisions
Act as a project manager on smaller projects from time to time by developing project plans, timelines, and milestones
Track project status, risks, blockers, and update stakeholders proactively
Coordinate resources by managing project performance and ensuring timely execution of deliverables
Draft clear, succinct, and well-organized reports and correspondence relevant to the reader, and develop a thorough understanding of MNP’s services, businesses, and industry