Senior Business Analyst in Finance

We're looking for a Senior Business Analyst in Finance to join our organization in Baltimore, United States. In this role, you will serve as a strategic partner to our finance leadership team, translating complex financial data into actionable business insights. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical capabilities with a deep understanding of financial processes, driving data-informed decision-making across the organization.

Analyze financial data and business processes to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization Develop comprehensive business requirements and functional specifications for finance-related projects and initiatives Design and maintain financial dashboards, reports, and analytical models to support executive decision-making Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including finance, IT, and operations teams, to gather requirements and implement solutions Conduct root cause analysis on financial discrepancies and performance variances, presenting findings and recommendations to senior management Support financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting activities through data analysis and modeling Document processes, procedures, and system configurations to ensure organizational knowledge and compliance Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and adherence to regulatory requirements across all analytical work Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the professional development of the team Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in financial analysis Required Skills and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field Minimum 5 years of business analysis experience within the finance or banking sector Advanced proficiency in SQL for data extraction, transformation, and analysis Expert-level Excel skills, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and VBA programming Hands-on experience with business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Qlik Strong knowledge of financial systems, accounting principles, and financial reporting processes Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to diverse audiences Strong problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail Proficiency with data visualization and storytelling techniquesPreferred Skills and Experience: Experience with financial modeling and scenario analysis Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and financial controls Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as SAP or Oracle Certification in business analysis (CBAP or CCBA) Experience with programming languages such as Python or R for advanced data analysis Background in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) Experience with cloud-based analytics platforms All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.