Business Analyst Consultant -- BARDC5838654

Seeking a senior-level Business Analyst Consultant to support data analysis and process improvement initiatives related to financial and regulatory reporting requirements for legal entities in New York. This role is responsible for analyzing financial and regulatory data requirements, performing data gap analysis, documenting business requirements, reconciling data sources, and collaborating with Finance, Technology, and Regulatory stakeholders to improve reporting processes, data quality, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive business analysis experience, strong financial services knowledge, and expertise in data analysis and process optimization. Key Responsibilities • Perform in-depth analysis of financial and regulatory data requirements for legal entities in New York. • Assess existing strategic data sources and reporting processes against regulatory and financial reporting requirements. • Conduct data gap analysis to identify deficiencies, inconsistencies, and process improvement opportunities. • Document business requirements, data requirements, assumptions, dependencies, and identified gaps. • Reconcile multiple data sources and validate data accuracy and consistency. • Partner with Finance, Regulatory Reporting, Technology, and Business stakeholders to validate requirements and confirm data availability and quality. • Collaborate with stakeholders to define remediation strategies and process improvements. • Assess, improve, and redesign regulatory control and reporting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance. • Translate operational, accounting, and regulatory requirements into actionable data and reporting specifications. • Support data-driven process improvement, automation, and reporting optimization initiatives. • Present findings, recommendations, and data analysis through clear documentation and stakeholder presentations. • Work effectively in a high-visibility, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment. Required Qualifications • 6–10 years of Business Analyst experience. • Proven experience with data requirements gathering and process improvement initiatives. • Experience performing detailed data analysis and data gap analysis for financial and/or regulatory reporting. • Experience reconciling multiple data sources and distinguishing data across spreadsheets and reporting systems. • Strong understanding of financial services data, including General Ledger and finance processes. • Experience working with financial products such as derivatives, assets, or similar instruments. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Experience using AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Experience collaborating with Finance, Technology, Regulatory Reporting, and Business stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Alteryx. • Experience supporting financial and regulatory reporting transformation initiatives. • Experience with reporting automation and process optimization. • Experience working within large financial services organizations. Required Skills Business Analysis Data Analysis Data Requirements Gathering Process Improvement Gap Analysis Data Reconciliation Financial Reporting Regulatory Reporting Regulatory Compliance Financial Services General Ledger Financial Products Derivatives Data Quality Analysis Requirements Documentation Business Process Analysis Process Optimization Reporting Optimization Stakeholder Management Microsoft Excel Microsoft Copilot AI Tools Problem Solving Critical Thinking Communication Skills Documentation Cross-Functional Collaboration Preferred Skills Alteryx Reporting Automation Regulatory Controls Data Governance Financial Systems Education Bachelor's degree preferred.