Senior Banking and Financial Business Analyst (with Cards Experience) W2

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Banking and Financial Business Analyst with a deep understanding of the banking industry, financial services, and payment card systems. This position requires a professional who can bridge the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring the successful implementation of projects related to banking operations, financial products, and card services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in card payments, financial regulations, risk management, and customer experience optimization within the banking sector.
Key Responsibilities:

Business Analysis & Requirements Gathering
Card Payment Systems Expertise
Project Management & Execution
Risk & Compliance Management
Stakeholder Management & Communication
Data Analysis & Reporting

Required Skills and Qualifications:
Education:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field. MBA or related advanced degree is a plus.

Experience:

At least 8-10 years of experience in banking and financial services, with a focus on payment cards (credit, debit, prepaid).
Extensive experience in business analysis, with expertise in gathering, documenting, and analyzing requirements for financial products and services.
Proven experience in managing or supporting card payment system projects, including integrations with third-party vendors, processors, and payment gateways.
Strong understanding of the banking industry, card payment processing, and financial regulations.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency with business analysis tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, MS Visio) and project management software.
Familiarity with card payment technologies, systems, and frameworks (e.g., Visa/Mastercard networks, SWIFT, payment gateways).
Knowledge of data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, SQL) to analyze transaction data and generate insights.

Soft Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships and facilitate discussions across technical and non-technical teams.
Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong business acumen with an ability to understand and align technical solutions with strategic business objectives.

Desirable Skills:

Experience with digital payment platforms, mobile banking apps, and online banking services.
Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA) or Project Management (PMP, Scrum Master) is a plus.
Experience in managing vendor relationships and outsourcing partnerships.

Job Type: Contract
Pay: $36.87 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Food provided
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Work from home

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

SQL: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote