PMO Business Analyst

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you'll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer's needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and allies as well as professional development opportunities to drive ongoing education. Learn more about our purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

The PMO Business Analyst is a key contributor to the success of our projects. Is responsible for holding requirements elicitation sessions with project stakeholders; documenting requirements; and challenging where necessary to make sure stakeholders are considering all aspects of their requirements. They will update requirements as things change and are key contributors to project change management. To help demonstrate and communicate requirements they will do process mapping, wire frames or other drawings, and create Business Requirements Documentation or write user stories including acceptance criteria. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

* Soliciting, anticipating, and gathering business requirements while also uncovering areas for improvement.

* Performing requirements analysis.

* Working with developers to implement impactful business solutions.

* Documenting and evaluating business processes for technical analysis.

* Conducting meetings and presentations to share ideas and findings.

* Documenting and communicating requirement gathering session outcomes.

* Gathering critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and producing useful reports summaries and updates.

* Partnering with project managers or scrum masters for any project-related efforts to ensure requirements are within project scope and are used for a thorough testing cycle.

* Working closely with clients, technicians, and managerial staff.

* Ensuring solutions meet business needs and requirements.

* Serving as a liaison between IT and stakeholders and as a key player with partner teams across the company, working to align interests.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

* Established Banking Systems process knowledge and technical skills.

* The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions.

* Excellent documentation skills.

* Fundamental analytical and conceptual thinking skills.

* Experience creating detailed reports and giving presentations.

* Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

* Experience with Jira ticketing system is a plus.

Industry and Work Experience:

* 3 years of experience with SDLC methodologies required.

* IIBA CBAP preferred.

* Experience in IT and Banking projects highly preferred.

Academic:

* Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field required.

Benefits Available to Employees:

Ameris Bank provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to all eligible employees.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  
  
  
  • Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. You become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of employment
  
  
  
  
• Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• 11 Holidays
• Volunteer/Service Day
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Ameris Bank matches 50% of your first 8% of contributions to the plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Advocacy Program
• Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees)
• AT&T Employee Discount
• Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards
• Employee Referral Incentive
• Education Assistance
• Employee Resource Groups

Banking Advantages for Employees:

In addition to a wide array of benefits, Ameris Bank employees are also eligible for special bank services.

• Free Interest Checking
• Free Safe Deposit Box
• Free Money Orders, Travelers' Checks and Cashier Checks
• Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee
• Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment
• Employee Banking Perks

Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.