Business Analyst
Job Summary
Synechron is seeking an accomplished Business Analyst with deep expertise in internal and external audit processes to drive governance, compliance, and actionable data insights. The selected candidate will lead business analysis activities across multiple engagements, ensuring robust compliance tracking and high-quality leadership reporting. This role is pivotal in supporting the organization’s audit readiness and operational excellence through effective stakeholder collaboration, process improvement, and transparent communication.
Software Requirements
Required Skills (Essential):
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data analysis, visualization)
Strong experience in developing executive presentations and dashboards (PowerPoint, data visualization tools)
Familiarity with collaboration and documentation tools (SharePoint, Confluence, Jira, or similar)
Exposure to business process management and workflow tools
Preferred Skills:
Experience with business intelligence or dashboard platforms such as Power BI or Tableau
Familiarity with data query languages (SQL) for more advanced reporting
Overall Responsibilities
Lead business analysis and requirements gathering initiatives, ensuring alignment with audit and compliance needs
Support, track, and drive internal and external audit processes-including the closure of audit observations and action items
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure process adherence and audit readiness across all business units
Collect, analyze, and interpret data to provide clear and actionable reports for decision-making and leadership presentations
Oversee the creation of dashboards, reports, and presentations that effectively communicate project results and compliance status
Facilitate effective stakeholder engagement through meetings, workshops, and written documentation
Foster a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous process improvement
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages: Not required, but SQL proficiency for data inquiries is preferred
Databases/Data Management: Advanced Excel required; familiarity with database concepts and querying preferred
Cloud Technologies: Not required
Frameworks and Libraries: Not applicable
Development Tools and Methodologies: Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI or Tableau (preferred)
Security Protocols: Understanding of audit, compliance, and data governance standards (required)
Experience Requirements
Minimum 8 years of experience as a Business Analyst, including significant exposure to internal and external audit engagements
Proven track record supporting compliance, governance, and process improvement in enterprise settings
Industry experience in financial services or regulated environments is preferred
Demonstrated experience with cross-departmental initiatives and large stakeholder groups
Alternative pathway: demonstrable experience with audit-focused business analysis or relevant professional certifications
Day-to-Day Activities
Interact daily with stakeholders, collecting business and audit requirements and translating them into system/process enhancements
Lead regular audits and compliance tracking, following up on open action items and observations
Analyze data, generate reports, dashboards, and present findings to leadership
Participate in status meetings, audit reviews, and process improvement workshops
Maintain documentation of projects, audits, remediation activities, and compliance status
Proactively identify operational risks and areas of process improvement
Collaborate with delivery, QA, operations, and leadership to ensure audit readiness and process adherence
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field
8+ years of business analysis experience, with direct involvement in audit or compliance-driven roles
Professional certifications in business analysis (CBAP), auditing (CIA), or data analytics (CAP) are advantageous
Ongoing commitment to professional development in areas of business analysis, audit best practices, and data reporting
Professional Competencies
Critical thinking and analytical mindset for process analysis and data-driven insights
Advanced interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities for executive-level reporting and presentations
Ability to lead and facilitate meetings/workshops with cross-functional teams
Strong organizational and time management skills, with a focus on deadline-driven deliverables
Adaptability to changing regulatory requirements and dynamic business needs
Innovation mindset and continuous learning orientation
S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.