Lead Business Analyst

Federal Reserve; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Retirement/Pension Plan

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

Backup Child Care Program

Paid Family Care Leave

Generous vacation and holidays

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is seeking a Lead Business Analyst to drive strategic and tactical decision-making through deep data analysis and advanced modeling. You will guide cross-functional teams, develop insights, and implement innovative business solutions to address high-impact issues.

The role requires 8+ years of experience in business analysis, a strong background in cash operations, and proficiency with data visualization and analytics tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Typically, 8+ years of relevant business analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of cash operations, systems, and metrics.
• Experience leading teams on complex projects.
• Proven ability to transform data into actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex data analysis to inform decisions on group operations, strategic planning, and high-impact business issues.
• Direct collection, modeling, analysis, and interpretation of complex datasets, identifying key trends.
• Develop forecasts, insights, and strategic/tactical recommendations based on business data.
• Determine optimal analytical approaches and create innovative methods to improve workflows.
• Partner with stakeholders to assess business needs and model outcomes of strategic initiatives.
• Lead team projects and programs, coordinating with cross-functional leaders to ensure completion.

Skills

Cash operations

Metrics

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Python

R

MS Office

MS Power Apps

MS Project

MS Access

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Python

R

MS Power Apps

MS Project

MS Access

Job description

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

We are the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco — public servants with a mission to advance the nation's monetary, financial, and payment systems to build a stronger economy for all Americans. As part of the nation's central bank, we are committed to understanding and serving the vibrant, expansive communities of the Twelfth District, which covers the nine western states of the U.S. That means we seek and appreciate new perspectives and build opportunities to learn and grow. At the SF Fed, we approach our work with integrity and a commitment to service.

About the Role

This role leverages deep business knowledge and advanced analytical expertise to drive strategic and tactical decision-making across the organization. The Lead Business Analyst will lead complex analysis initiatives, develop actionable insights, and guide the implementation of innovative business solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical leader who thrives on solving high-impact business problems and influencing cross-functional teams.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex and broad data analysis to inform decisions on group operations, strategic planning, and high-impact business issues
• Direct the collection, modeling, analysis, and interpretation of complex datasets, identifying key trends and patterns to uncover business influences
• Develop forecasts, insights, and strategic/tactical recommendations based on business data and operational knowledge
• Determine optimal analytical approaches and create innovative methods to improve individual and team workflows; enhance analytical architecture and procedures
• Partner with key stakeholders to assess business needs and model potential outcomes of strategic initiatives
• Lead team projects and programs to resolve business issues, including project management responsibilities (meeting facilitation, documentation, follow-up), while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to ensure successful completion

Additional Responsibilities:

• Create specifications for reports and analyses based on business requirements and available data
• Provide expert-level consultation and guidance to management and staff
• Research external best practices and evaluate suitability for internal application
• Develop, monitor, and analyze solution metrics; execute corrective actions as needed to ensure business satisfaction

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Typically, 8+ years of relevant business analysis experience

Qualifications:

• Strong breadth and depth of knowledge in Cash operations, systems, and metrics
• In-depth knowledge of products/services supported by District Cash Support
• Prior experience leading teams and working independently on complex projects
• Proven experience collecting, transforming, analyzing, and reporting complex data to drive major business decisions
• Demonstrated success working cross-functionally to meet stakeholder needs
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite

Preferred skills:

• Project management experience
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Experience with programming languages such as R or Python
• Advanced skills in SQL, MS Power Apps, MS Project, MS Access, or similar database tools

Base Salary Range:

San Francisco: MIN: 124,000 MID: 161,500 MAX: 198,700

Los Angeles: MIN: 113,200 MID: 147,100 MAX: 180,900

Seattle: MIN: 112,000 MID: 145,400 MAX: 178,800

Phoenix: MIN: 98,300 MID: 127,600 MAX: 156,900

Salt Lake City: MIN: 99,500 MID: 129,100 MAX: 158,800

Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographic and other market data.

Benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Matching 401(k)
• Retirement/Pension Plan
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Backup Child Care Program
• Paid Family Care Leave
• Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Pet Insurance

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Operations Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.