Business Analyst

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Business Analyst for an opportunity in (Remote) Hillsboro, OR!

Position Title: Business Analyst

Location: Can be remote. Prefer West Coast. Hillsboro, OR 97124

Duration: 12 months

Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Shift Days: Monday - Friday

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6+ months

Job Type: FULL TIME 40 hours a week, CONTRACT, ONSITE

Pay Range: [$28/hr] - [$29/hr]

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Seeking a detail-oriented Business Analyst to perform ad-hoc analytical duties and operational tasks ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly as well as documenting processes, workflows, procedures, etc. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite, and the ability to create comprehensive documentation and reporting solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Process Analysis & Documentation

* Interview team members to understand how business functions today with special focus on business processes and workflows

* Informally document findings by organizing and compiling content into standard templates

* Drive conversations with the team to solidify each process and workflow, and formalize the documentation of each

* Identify and document gaps or inefficiencies discovered during the interview and documentation process

* Present proposals for gap resolution and potential efficiencies identified to leadership

* Cross-check and compare files for discrepancies across various systems and documents

Data Analysis & Reporting

* Create and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards for various stakeholders

* Extract ad-hoc reports from Passport Legal system and Finance System and export to Excel

* Manipulate, analyze, and format data to meet business requirements

* Save and organize reports in designated SharePoint locations

* Develop automated reporting solutions where possible

File Management & Organization

* Consolidate and organize Microsoft Teams files into logical, accessible structures

* Implement consistent naming conventions and folder hierarchies

* Ensure SharePoint sites are well-organized and user-friendly

* Maintain document version control and access permissions

Project Management (If Qualified)

* Project manage one or two small/medium projects if project management experience and skill set exists

* Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications

* Track project progress and ensure deliverables meet quality standards

Administrative Support

* Provide analytical support for various projects and initiatives

* Assist with data validation and quality assurance

* Support ad-hoc requests from leadership and team members

* Coordinate with cross-functional teams as needed

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills

* Microsoft 365 Suite Proficiency (Required):

o Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data manipulation)

o PowerBI report creation and dashboard development

o SharePoint site management and organization

o Microsoft Word for professional documentation

o Microsoft Visio for process mapping and workflow documentation

* Experience with legal management systems (Passport Legal preferred)

* Strong ability to cross-check and compare files for discrepancies

* Proficiency in data extraction and manipulation

Communication & Documentation Skills

* Strong communication skills with ability to facilitate productive discussions

* Ability to learn and understand business operations quickly and thoroughly

* Excellent listening skills with ability to restate information to check understanding

* Experience writing non-technical Standard Operating Procedures following existing templates and workflows

* Ability to translate complex processes into clear, actionable documentation

Professional Skills

* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Finance, or related field

* 2-3 years of experience in business analysis, legal operations or similar role

* Project Management skills ideal: Ability to own and drive efforts, manage as a project manager or at minimum project coordinator skills highly preferred

* Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

* Problem-solving mindset with ability to streamline processes

* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

* Finance/Accounting experience - Knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting principles

* Legal Operations experience - Understanding of legal department workflows, matter management, and legal technology

* Project management certification (PMP, CAPM, or similar)

* Experience with process improvement methodologies

* Previous experience creating comprehensive process documentation

* Familiarity with legal billing and matter

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 244571 when responding to this ad.

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