Business Analyst (12-month contract)

We’re a leading network of independent Australian accounting, audit and business advisory firms, working together to enable growth and ambition for our clients. And our people. When you join Pitcher Partners, you’re joining a team with heart. We support each other. We learn together. We’re deliberate about fostering relationships that nurture and empower every individual. And we’re excited by what’s possible. We know some of the best new ideas come in the form of curious, talented people we haven’t met yet. Perhaps you’re one of them. Our commitment to you At Pitcher Partners we believe success is better shared. We invest in the future of our people, and a culture that supports us all. When you embark on a career with us, we support your journey in various ways: Your development Tailored leadership and professional development programs Secondment opportunities across practice groups internally and internationally through the Baker Tilly International network Study support to enhance your career and impact including CA and other post graduate study Your leave and flexibility Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, and dress for your day Time In Lieu and client leadership program leave Paid parental leave, community leave, purchased leave and public holiday swap programs Your health, finance and extras Mental health first aid training Onsite massages and pilates Employee Assistance Program Lifestyle and retail discounts through Pitcher+ Free barista made coffee from our onsite café, The Hub Income protection insurance Convenient CBD location by Southern Cross station We’re proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women. Earned through our continued commitment to the careers of women by offering benefits and policies that support diversity, equity and inclusion. Visit the Work180 Pitcher Partners Melbourne page a full breakdown of our benefits. About the team As part of the Project Management Office and wider IT Services team, you will support and manage business projects and process improvement initiatives to support the achievement of strategic objectives and the firm business plan. About the role You will collaborate with all levels across the business and participate in analysing requirements, identifying areas of improvement, delivering solutions, and troubleshooting. We are investing in AI, and this position will also play a key role in driving AI adoption. Our promise to our people is a great career – we look forward to the successful candidate delivering with us on this. This role is being offered on a 12-month fixed term contract basis, with the possibility of extension to a permanent role. Key responsibilities Gathering, validating, and documenting business requirements Modelling & documenting business processes and identifying opportunities for process improvements Key stakeholder engagement and strong communications skills Working closely with the internal IT function (or other business functions as required) to communicate business and operational requirements to the whole firm Work with the business to map process identify and eliminate pain points & to ensure project scope is appropriate and outcomes are fit for purpose and sustainable Coordination of project activities, tasks, training and communications as well as effective management of risks and issues Provide regular reports to management on status of projects Be involved in change management Contributing to the improvement, influencing and adoption of a best practice PMO Who we’re after Here are the some of the key qualifications, skills and personal attributes we’re looking for. If you tick most of the boxes, but not all – that’s ok! We’d still love for you to apply. You will have prior experience working as a Business Analyst. You have had exposure to project management and process improvement in your previous experience & been involved in delivering business &/or technical transformation projects in the past few years. More broadly you will have: Awareness, interest or experience with Process Automation techniques and technologies Business Process Modelling and process reengineering experience Strong analytical skills, including gathering, validating, and documenting business requirements and modelling business processes and identifying opportunities for process improvements Competency at working independently and are a natural problem solver Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights How to apply If you can see yourself as part of a team that’s about developing meaningful relationships with your clients and your colleagues, and leading with the best ideas, we want to hear from you. Our typical recruitment process for shortlisted applicants will include a phone screening and two interviews. Our recruitment team will walk you through this process and will provide you with all the required information. Once advertising commences, we continually review applications, so encourage you to apply today if you can see yourself in this role. Actively improving diversity in our workforce is central to our purpose, and we strongly encourage people from under-represented backgrounds and groups to apply. We are open to discussing how any of our roles can be done on a part time basis and encourage you to let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can reach out to us at careers@pitcher.com.au . We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Note for recruitment agencies: While we appreciate the role recruitment agencies play in our recruitment strategy, unsolicited CV’s or profiles will not be considered. We will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CV’s or profiles that are shared.