Business Analyst Project Coordinator

Arima Siddiqui *****.****@*****.*** • 973-***-****• LinkedIn

Business Analyst/Project Coordinator Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex Area, TX

Strategic and results-oriented Business Analyst and Project Coordinator with over 5 years of experience delivering enterprise-level initiatives by aligning business goals with scalable, technology-driven solutions. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, engage stakeholders at all levels, and manage full project lifecycles across both Agile and Waterfall environments. Highly skilled in business process analysis, requirements elicitation, and the development of detailed functional documentation to support data-informed decision-making and operational excellence. Technically proficient in Tableau, Power BI, ServiceNow, Jira/Confluence, Azure DevOps, SQL, MS Visio, Lucid chart, Miro, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite. Recognized for precision, accountability, and a consistent commitment to high-quality outcomes, with expertise in tailoring methodologies and documentation strategies to meet unique project needs.

Core Competencies

Project Coordination & Scheduling

Agile/Scrum & Waterfall Methodologies

Project Management Tools

Stakeholder Communication

Business & System Analysis

Process Documentation & Improvement

Data Analysis & Visualization

Training and Onboarding Programs

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong Work Ethic

Professional Experience

Neudesic LLC 01/2024-10/2024

Project Coordinator/Business Analyst

As a Project Coordinator, I played a pivotal role in ensuring timely and high-quality project delivery by coordinating schedules, facilitating Agile ceremonies, and maintaining alignment across teams. I supported backlog management and worked closely with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve issues and streamline workflows.

Coordinated delivery schedules to ensure timely project completion while upholding high-quality standards.

Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, to foster team collaboration and transparency.

Assisted in backlog management and prioritization, ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations.

Engaged with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and streamline project workflows, enhancing overall project efficiency.

Managed the onboarding process for subcontractors, ensuring a seamless integration into the organization by coordinating documentation, training, and orientation activities.

Developed and maintained training schedules, facilitating ongoing education and compliance training for subcontractors and staff.

Utilized Smartsheet to effectively track and manage training progress, ensuring alignment with project timelines and maximizing resource utilization. Created detailed project sheets that provided real-time visibility into training status and completion rates.

Provided help desk support, addressing inquiries related to training programs, systems access, and company policies, enhancing user satisfaction by specific percentage or outcome.

Collaborated with finance and procurement teams to process purchase orders (POs), track vendor invoices, and ensure timely payments.

Developed documentation and project plans that facilitated smoother project execution and stakeholder alignment.

Assisted in the formulation and updating of departmental policies and procedures to reflect best practices.

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) 04/2022-01/2024

Business Analyst

As a Business Analyst, I was responsible for gathering and documenting Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) and System Requirement Specifications (SRS) to support various enterprise initiatives. I collaborated closely with technical teams to develop clear and actionable use cases and user stories, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations.

Gathered and documented Business Requirement Documents (BRD) and System Requirement Specifications (SRS) for various projects.

Collaborated with technical teams to create use cases and user stories, ensuring clarity and completeness of requirements.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define reporting needs and delivered interactive Power BI reports tailored to operational and business goals.

Created user manual for Power BI dashboard.

Executed projects using Agile methodologies, facilitating daily stand-ups and managing JIRA tickets to address roadblocks.

Created and maintained RAID documentation to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring effective decision-making and timely resolution of challenges.

Analyzed and manipulated large datasets to derive business insights and inform decision-making Using Excel and SQL.

Designed and managed Excel-based trackers, dashboards, and reports incorporating pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, charts, and conditional formatting to support data analysis, performance monitoring, and stakeholder reporting.

Documented a User Manual to facilitate the transition to new systems, enhancing user adoption.

Valley Bank 01/2019-02/2020

Junior Business Analyst

As a Junior Business Analyst, I supported the creation of business documentation such as procedures, work instructions, and process flow diagrams. I joined knowledge transfer sessions to better understand business needs and identify areas for improvement.

Developed comprehensive business documentation including procedures, work instructions, and process flow diagrams.

Participated in knowledge transfer sessions to identify business goals and areas for improvement.

Assisted senior BA in UML diagrams and facilitated User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure application compliance with user requirements.

Gathered basic requirements from stakeholders, maintained project trackers and documentation, and collaborated with senior analysts and developers to clarify functional and technical needs.

Valley Bank 10/2017-01/2019

Universal Banker

As a Universal Banker, I played a key role in supporting branch success by delivering exceptional customer service and contributing to the achievement of sales goals through proactive engagement and targeted outreach. I managed daily operations and staffing to maintain high service levels and reduce customer wait times.

Promoted financial products including checking accounts, savings plans, credit cards, and loan offerings to meet customer needs.

Managed daily staffing and banking operations to optimize customer service delivery and reduce wait times.

Performed teller functions including deposits, withdrawals, payments, and account inquiries with accuracy and efficiency.

Educated customers on digital banking tools, helping increase adoption of online and mobile banking platforms.

Resolved customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism, ensuring a positive banking experience.

Supported compliance efforts by following regulatory policies and maintaining accurate transaction records.

Assisted in onboarding new customers and processing account openings while verifying documentation requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - PAF-KIET University, Pakistan

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