Senior Business Analyst – Finance

University of Phoenix

. Act as the primary liaison and point of contact between IT and assigned functional business areas for software development and enhancement projects .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesSenior💰 $76,400 - $154,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and business analysis within the Higher Education Industry, with a strong focus on documentation, communication, and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Proficient in SQL and data transfer technologies, ensuring effective project implementation and quality assurance.

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Project ManagementBusiness AnalysisSoftware Development Lifecycle (SDLC)SQL Query WritingHigher Education Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningDocumentationData MappingFeasibility AnalysisTesting Requirements DefinitionData AnalysisApplication ProgrammingDatabase DesignAgile SCRUMWaterfall Methodology

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem SolvingTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Interface FilesHTTP Calls

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationBusiness ProcessesFunctional RequirementsQuality AssuranceStatus Tracking

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLCSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the primary liaison and point of contact between IT and assigned functional business areas for software development and enhancement projects
Develop comprehensive project plans for large-scale projects
Prepare and facilitate status meetings and reports
Manage resources according to project schedules
Document functional business processes, including business cases, as-is and to-be process flow diagrams, report specifications, functional requirements, and data mapping and flow diagrams
Research and analyze proposed projects for feasibility, ROI, level of effort and durability
Present findings and recommendations to management
Define testing requirements, including regression, user acceptance and other testing
Stage data and perform final test execution
Support quality assurance and control through data analysis during pre- and post-implementation reviews
Build working relationships with internal and external team members to understand and resolve requests
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or technology related field and five (5) years of relevant experience in a business analyst capacity; OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and nine (9) years of relevant experience in a business analyst capacity
Understanding of the business and information systems used to manage related information
Five (5) years of relevant work experience in the business analyst capacity
Proven experience in project management, status tracking and organizing business analysis documentation for projects
Demonstrated knowledge of the entire Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Ability to periodically work some nights, weekends or on call
Experience in the Higher Education Industry
Understanding of data transfer between systems using technologies such as interface files and HTTP calls
Ability to manage and implement projects effectively
Strong documentation and communication skills
Strong problem solving, time management and organizational skills
Ability to write and run SQL queries
Understanding of application programming, database and system design
Understanding of Waterfall and Agile SCRUM software development lifecycles

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Bonus Award
Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Life and Disability insurance
Wellness incentive program
Competitive 401(k) employer match
Substantial tuition discount for employees and eligible dependents
Generous time off package, including paid vacation, sick time and company holidays
Competitive, comprehensive total rewards package supporting health, financial, educational and work-life balance goals
Tuition vouchers for employees and qualified family members
Effective recognition program
Learning and development tools