Business Analyst

4 Month initial Fixed Term Contract rolling to 12 Months.

South Wales - Hybrid

Propel Finance was established in 1996 to provide flexible and accessible finance to SMEs across the country. Now, more than 20 years on, Propel has grown to become one of the UK's largest, independent finance houses. We have continued to deliver leading-edge finance solutions through a unique combination of teamwork and technology.

They are currently undergoing a major transformation is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support the selection and implementation of a new finance management system.

This is a pivotal interim role where you'll work across finance, IT, and project teams to define requirements, support vendor selection, drive system configuration, and ensure successful delivery. The focus is on improving financial processes, increasing efficiency, and enabling scalable growth.

Role responsibilities.

• Lead the requirements gathering process for core finance functions: GL, AP/AR, budgeting, forecasting, reporting
• Create functional specifications, user stories, and process flow diagrams
• Support the RFI/RFP process, ensuring vendor responses meet business needs
• Work with implementation teams and vendors to configure the new system
• Lead on testing activities (test plans, scripts, UAT) to ensure robust delivery
• Support data migration and validation from legacy platforms
• Analyse and improve current finance processes, documenting new workflows
• Act as a key bridge between stakeholders, maintaining strong communication throughout the project

Key skills required.

• 5-7+ years' experience as a Business Analyst, with a strong track record in finance systems implementation
• Strong understanding of finance and accounting processes
• Comfortable working in Agile or Waterfall methodologies
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, workshop facilitation, and process mapping
• Experience in RFI/RFP cycles, UAT support, and data validation
• Background in financial services is advantageous, but not essential

So, why would you want to work here?

They have a great working environment, and they are an ambitious business. They achieve so much because of their people. Everyone in the business, no matter their team or role can shape the outcome, share ideas, make suggestions, and have their voice heard. It's a truly collaborative place to work.

They embrace hybrid working and with modern offices in Newport, London and Manchester, plus a field-based sales team, you'll never be too far away from colleagues.

This is a remote role with occasional visits to the Newport office.