Description:

Category : IT/Software Development
Location/City : MB - Winnipeg
Our client is currently undertaking an exciting multi-year initiative to replace their legacy systems, and are searching for a Business Analyst to join their team.
Reporting to the Manager of Business Architecture and Analysis, the Business Analyst is responsible for working with business users to gather and analyze requirements and business processes, to create system specifications and design documents for the development team. The Business Analyst is also responsible for supporting System Testing and User Acceptance Testing with business users.
Role & Responsibilities:

Consulting with stakeholders to elicit requirements for software and process enhancements

Analyzing, documenting, reviewing, and obtaining approval of business and solution requirements

Working with the IS team (Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts and others) to recommend and deliver solutions that meet the needs of the organization and external stakeholders

Leading and supporting business users through the User Acceptance Testing process

Assisting with change management and related tasks to ensure the successful deployment of new solutions

Engage in a leadership role on operational projects and strategic initiatives

Skills & Qualifications:

Completion of a post-secondary diploma, degree or certificate in business analysis, management information systems or other related field plus a demonstrated commitment to maintaining your skills

Five plus years of experience working as a Business Analyst

Experience with larger-scale projects involving ERP implementation, re-platforming, COTS implementation, and data migration

Advanced skills at requirements elicitation, facilitation and interviewing skills

Advanced knowledge and working experience with business with business requirements analysis and business process modeling/mapping

Experience working with a variety of stakeholders from front-line staff to senior management

A working knowledge of application development methodologies and previous experience working with development teams

Experience leading and facilitating cross-functional teams

Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision, and to balance tasks with competing priorities & deadlines

Superior written and oral presentation skills for communication with multiple user levels and management

A working knowledge of project management principles is considered an asset

Our client provides a positive and dynamic work environment along with a strong benefits and compensation package.