Business Analyst - FinOps R&D

at  PAR

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Business Analyst to join our R&D team, reporting directly to the Director of Business Operations. You will be partnering very closely with our engineering leaders, finance, and HR teams to optimize how we collect and report on R&D operational efficiency and key financial metrics. You are someone who will roll up your sleeves and dig into the details of our engineering and hosting cost across the entire PAR product portfolio and translate/present your findings and recommendations to the senior leadership team. This role will allow you to work cross functionally and get exposure to the senior leadership at PAR as well as to the different business units.

WHY WE NEED YOU (SKILL AND ABILITIES)

We are looking for the following skillset and abilities to succeed in this position.

• Own the creation of project requirement documentation for projects you are assigned to
• Assist business stakeholders in translating requirements into a concise list of tasks and realistic timeline
• Work across multiple departments to ensure project requirements account for all impacted business units

WHO WE ARE

At PAR, we believe we will win or lose, through the culture we build.

Our culture is built on 4 values.

• Speed – we are the kind of people who do not wait for the elevator
• Ownership – we want owners, not renters
• Focus – success is built from focusing on what matters most
• Winning Together – for PAR to win, we need our customers, our employees, our suppliers, our shareholders, and our community to succeed

We believe by committing to these values (and more) we can build a cultural spirit that, combined with our products, will create years of long-term success.
PAR is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.
PAR is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, or for your role at PAR, please contact par_leave@partech.com. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the US Department of Labor’s website

• Financial Analysis: Utilize your expertise in data analysis, Financial reporting and FinOps to optimize financial processes and drive strategic decision making within the R&D department.
• Operational Metrics Reporting: Develop operational metrics for the R&D leadership team, the Executive leadership team and the Board of Directors of PAR, based on financial data and R&D specific inputs across our suite of products to inform our business decisions. Present these insights in an effective and succinct way with a focus on actionability and ensure these are reviewed on a regular basis.
• Stakeholder Communication: Engage with stakeholders at all levels, including the FP&A team and R&D leadership, to communicate complex and detailed financial and operational concepts effectively.
• Process Improvement: Continuously identify areas for process improvement and optimization. Use data-driven insights to make recommendations and drive continuous enhancements within the R&D department.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks related to cost management and efficiency within the R&D department. Develop mitigation recommendations and strategies to ensure the R&D team meets their goals.
• Collaboration with Development Teams: Work closely with software developers and engineers to understand how technical aspects of our solutions align with business objectives.