Lead Business Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

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, andholi

Job summary

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is seeking a Lead Business Analyst to drive strategic and tactical decisions across the organization. The role requires advanced analytics, modeling, and actionable insights, guiding cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that improve business processes and outcomes.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in business analysis, deep knowledge of cash operations, and proficiency with SQL, Python, and data visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Typically, 8+ years of relevant business analysis experience.
• Strong breadth and depth of knowledge in Cash operations, systems, and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex and broad 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 trends to uncover business influences.
• Develop forecasts, insights, and strategic/tactical recommendations based on data and operational knowledge.
• Determine optimal analytical approaches and create innovative methods to improve workflows and analytics architecture.
• Partner with stakeholders to assess business needs and model potential outcomes of strategic initiatives.
• Lead team projects and programs to resolve business issues with cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Python

Tableau

Power BI

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Power Apps

MS Project

MS Access

Job description

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

Sand 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.

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.

Full Time / Part TimeFull time

Regular / TemporaryRegular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)Yes

Job CategoryOperations Family Group

Work ShiftFirst (United States of America)