Business Analyst (KYC / AML - Financial Services) - REMOTE

Vistra offers a wide range of services from payroll and accounting, through shelf company sales, to fund administration, fiduciary services, and mergers. The company operates in 45 countries worldwide with over 4600 employees, placing it among the global leaders in the industry.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in the Fund Admin/TA/Investor Services space in a business analyst role with a strong technical background.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in agile delivery environments.
• AML/KYC application migration experience.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with database management.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, or similar is a plus.
• Experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Experience in agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe.
• Ability to lead agile ceremonies and collaborate with cross-functional agile teams.
• Strong understanding of agile principles and practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create detailed documentation (BRDs, FRDs, user stories).
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Nice to have:

• Experience with financial systems such as Paxus, Yardi, or Investran.
• Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA, or PMI-PBA).
• Agile certifications (CSM, PMI-ACP, or SAFe Agilist).
• Experience with ERP systems or large-scale enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).

Requirements Gathering and Analysis:

• Work with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements.
• Translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications.
• Conduct gap analysis to identify areas for process improvement.

Technical Analysis and Solution Design:

• Collaborate with the IT team to design and implement technical solutions.
• Ensure that proposed solutions are technically feasible and align with business goals.
• Develop data models, workflow diagrams, and system integration specifications.

Agile Delivery and Project Management:

• Lead and participate in agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives).
• Assist in project planning, including defining scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Track project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Collaborate with the Application Manager and Scrum Master to prioritize and manage the product backlog.

Testing and Quality Assurance:

• Develop and execute test plans to ensure that solutions meet business requirements.
• Coordinate with QA teams to manage testing phases and resolve defects.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of deliverables.

Stakeholder Communication and Training:

• Serve as a liaison between business users and technical teams.
• Provide training and support to end-users.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders and senior management.