Business Analyst – Product Control & Finance Technology

Senior Business Analyst – Product Control & Finance Technology
Location: Warsaw, Poland (Hybrid)

Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Business Analyst to join a Front Office Risk Technology team, focusing on initiatives that bridge Product Control, Finance Technology, and Front Office systems. This role involves delivering change projects that enhance financial reporting, PnL attribution, and risk/valuation processes across global markets. The ideal candidate will combine strong business analysis skills with technical knowledge and a deep understanding of financial products and control frameworks.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Gather and document requirements for Product Control and Finance Technology enhancements, ensuring alignment with front-office risk systems.

• Drive end-to-end delivery of projects, including UAT coordination, stakeholder engagement, and release planning.

• Collaborate with Product Control, Finance, Risk, and Technology teams to improve PnL reporting, valuation adjustments, and reconciliation processes.

• Support regulatory-driven initiatives impacting financial reporting and risk management.

• Analyse and optimise data flows between Front Office platforms and Finance systems.

• Ensure robust documentation and governance for all changes.

 Must-Have Skills:

• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in banking or financial services.

• Strong understanding of Product Control processes, including PnL attribution, valuation adjustments, and financial reporting.

• Familiarity with Front Office trade lifecycle and risk/valuation concepts.

• Technical proficiency in SQL and advanced Excel for data analysis and reconciliation.

• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

 Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Exposure to Finance Technology platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).

• Knowledge of risk and valuation systems (e.g., Murex, FIS).

• Understanding of regulatory frameworks (FRTB, IFRS, Basel).

• Programming skills in Python or VBA for automation.

• Professional certifications (FRM, CFA, or accounting qualifications like ACA/CPA).