Technical Business Analyst (Prescient Fund Services) at Prescient Holdings (Pty) Ltd

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Streamlining and re-engineering processes
• Guiding users in gathering systems requirements and designing/implementing new solutions
• Working with end users to capture and document business requirements that will translate into functional specs
• Providing analytic support by coordinating data extraction from various databases and data interpretation
• Performing feasibility analysis, scoping projects, and working with project manager to prioritize deliverables
• Designing, building, and implementing processes for data integrations to and from systems/databases, both within internal system stacks and external vendors
• Conduct data analysis to understand and inform integrations
• Understand the complexities and interdependencies of the various systems
• Working with end users to perform unit, system, and regression testing
• Developing documents to detail the logic and testing processes
• Be able to troubleshoot and provide production support to business users

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Relevant work experience – 2-4 years’ experience in Business/Systems Analysis gained within Financial Services with a strong understanding of Investment Management/Fund Services/Investment operations
• The position requires an intermediate knowledge in SQL, MS SQL, and Oracle
• Strong Excel skills

The following is advantageous:

• Conceptual understanding of APIs and integration of APIs
• Basic level of programming skills
• Experience with the use of ETL tools and processes
• Exposure to cloud technology (Azure / AWS)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree, Commerce/IT/Computer Science/Engineering

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Self-starter who is willing to take on responsibilities for wide range of tasks
• Highly methodical logical minded
• Ability to work under limited supervision
• Team player
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Able to work under pressure at times
• Excellent analytical and research skills and strong problem-solving skill set
• Strong written and verbal communication including technical writing skills
• Honesty and integrity