Reference Data Analyst BA

Role Overview: You will be responsible for conducting data analysis for complex systems and front-to-back flows. You will need to reverse engineer functional specifications from data and work closely with end users/clients to understand business processes, industry standards, and regulatory mandate requirements. Additionally, you will collaborate with IT and Operations partners, as well as external data vendors. Your role will also involve executing projects independently, conducting Systems Integrated Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and creating Function Specification Documents (FSD), System Requirement Specification (SRS), and test plans. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct data analysis for complex systems and front-to-back flows - Reverse engineer functional specifications from data - Work closely with end users/clients to understand business processes, industry standards, and regulatory mandate requirements - Collaborate with IT and Operations partners - Work with external data vendors and standards organizations - Independently execute projects - Conduct Systems Integrated Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) - Create Function Specification Documents (FSD), System Requirement Specification (SRS), and test plans Qualifications: - 6 to 9 years of working experience as a Business Analyst or Data Analyst - Strong background in financial reference data and capital markets asset classes such as fixed income, equities, and derivatives - Strong SQL knowledge required (able to query data, analyze, and troubleshoot) - Strong data analysis and mapping skills - Knowledge of MS Excel and Visio - College degree, specialized training, or equivalent work experience - Data-oriented with excellent attention to detail - Experience/understanding of business process reengineering and business modeling concepts, systems development lifecycle - Strong analytical and writing skills, including experience in writing functional and technical specifications - Good communication skills with the ability to be assertive - Ability to focus on high-quality work under pressure - Experience utilizing various SDLC methodologies like Waterfall, Agile (JIRA, etc.) - Comprehensive knowledge of the Testing Lifecycle with SIT, UAT, and Production Note: The job description does not contain any additional details about the company. Role Overview: You will be responsible for conducting data analysis for complex systems and front-to-back flows. You will need to reverse engineer functional specifications from data and work closely with end users/clients to understand business processes, industry standards, and regulatory mandate requirements. Additionally, you will collaborate with IT and Operations partners, as well as external data vendors. Your role will also involve executing projects independently, conducting Systems Integrated Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and creating Function Specification Documents (FSD), System Requirement Specification (SRS), and test plans. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct data analysis for complex systems and front-to-back flows - Reverse engineer functional specifications from data - Work closely with end users/clients to understand business processes, industry standards, and regulatory mandate requirements - Collaborate with IT and Operations partners - Work with external data vendors and standards organizations - Independently execute projects - Conduct Systems Integrated Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) - Create Function Specification Documents (FSD), System Requirement Specification (SRS), and test plans Qualifications: - 6 to 9 years of working experience as a Business Analyst or Data Analyst - Strong background in financial reference data and capital markets asset classes such as fixed income, equities, and derivatives - Strong SQL knowledge required (able to query data, analyze, and troubleshoot) - Strong data analysis and mapping skills - Knowledge of MS Excel and Visio - College degree, specialized training, or equivalent work experience - Data-oriented with excellent attention to detail - Experience/understanding of business process reengineering and business modeling concepts, systems development lifecycle - Strong analytical and writing skills, including experience in writing functional and technical specifications - Good communication skills with the ability to be assertive - Ability to focus on high-quality work under pressure - Experience utilizing various SDLC methodologies like Waterfall, Agile (JIRA, etc.) - Comprehensive knowledge of the Testing Lifecycle with SIT, UAT, and Production Note: The job description does not contain any additional details about the company.