Job Description
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Part-Time Business Analyst to join our growing team in Kansas City, MO. In this pivotal role, you will act as the bridge between our technical teams and business stakeholders, translating complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic growth and operational excellence. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and possess a passion for process improvement, we invite you to apply.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive hourly rate ($25 - $45/hr).
- Flexible part-time schedule to accommodate your lifestyle.
- Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of projects.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive stakeholder interviews to gather, document, and prioritize detailed business requirements.
- Analyze existing business processes to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for optimization.
- Create clear and concise process maps, use cases, and functional specifications for solution implementation.
- Collaborate closely with IT, Product Management, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of projects.
- Perform gap analysis to compare current state business processes against future state goals.
- Develop and maintain detailed user stories and acceptance criteria for the development team.
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders regarding business analysis deliverables.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- 1-3 years of experience in business analysis, data analysis, or a related role.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros) and SQL basics.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a part-time capacity.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus.