Business Analyst

Public Consulting Group•US MA Remote, MA

7d•$56,200 - $69,900•Remote

About The Position

The Business Analyst works in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced consulting environment as part of a collaborative team of consulting, technology, and operations professionals. The team serves public-sector clients on cost allocation, federal and state funding requirements and claiming, and government finance administration. The role coordinates project requirements and client expectations, responds to client inquiries, analyzes data and business processes, and communicates issues and recommendations to project leaders and software development teams. The Business Analyst is expected to learn web-based technologies quickly, adapt to changing client and market needs, and help guide clients through implementation, training, and ongoing support. Success requires strong judgment, intellectual curiosity, flexibility, attention to detail, and a commitment to exceptional client service. The position is remote, with some travel required. The company describes the listed responsibilities as general rather than exhaustive.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
1–3 years of relevant work experience in consulting, IT, or another relevant field.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, research, presentation, time-management, problem-solving, oral communication, and written communication skills.
Detail-oriented approach to solving business and technical issues.
Flexibility and willingness to embrace change.
Self-starter with intellectual curiosity.
Enthusiasm for lifelong learning and staying informed about current industry issues.
Commitment to exceptional client service.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to review IT systems and analyze policy and legislation.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

PMI certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct business analysis for various business platforms.
Prepare and present parts of written client status reports.
Analyze large data sets.
Develop competency in federal and state policy, particularly federal funding requirements.
Assist with implementing major project phases or tasks.
Participate on proposal-writing teams, including writing and coordinating submissions.
Assist with preparing written reports, major deliverables, and other client materials.
Collect and enter project-related data.
Assist in developing and maintaining project budgets and prepare client invoices.
Support client customer-service functions, including phone lines and email inboxes.
Learn to use and operate proprietary PCG software products.
Perform other responsibilities as necessary.