Business Analyst W2 Contract

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, MidWestern IT Inc, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Business Analyst (BA) Job Description Position: Junior / Mid-Level Business Analyst Employment Type: W2 Contract / Full-Time Location: New Jersey (Hybrid / Onsite) We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Business Analyst to join our growing team. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work closely with business stakeholders and technical teams. Responsibilities • Gather, analyze, and document business requirements • Work with clients and stakeholders to understand project needs • Create BRD, FRD, user stories, and functional documentation • Analyze data and prepare reports for business decisions • Coordinate with development and QA teams during project lifecycle • Conduct meetings, presentations, and requirement discussions • Perform gap analysis and process improvement activities • Support UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and validation processes • Maintain project documentation and status reports • Ensure timely delivery of project milestones Required Skills • Strong communication and presentation skills • Good analytical and problem-solving abilities • Knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies • Familiarity with tools like MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, JIRA, and SQL • Ability to gather and interpret data effectively • Team collaboration and stakeholder management skills • Attention to detail and documentation skills Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in any field (IT/Business preferred) • s and experienced candidates are welcome • Career gap candidates can also apply • Prior experience in Business Analysis, Data Analysis, or IT background is a plus Preferred Skills • Basic knowledge of SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or Excel reporting • Understanding of business processes and workflow analysis • Experience with Agile/Scrum environment Visa Criteria (if applicable) | | | EAD Eligible Candidates • s • Entry-Level Professionals • Career Gap Candidates • Candidates with India experience only are also welcome Thanks , Payal Patel