Senior Technical Business Analyst / Developer (Ruby on Rails)
Duration: 6 months (potential extension). Location: Remote. IR35: Outside IR35.
About the Role
In this vital position you will shape software solutions that meet business needs before development begins, prioritizing requirements and ensuring they are actionable. You will use your Ruby on Rails expertise and business analysis skills to drive impactful changes and streamline finance processes.
What You Bring
* Hands‑on experience with Ruby on Rails, including code modification and troubleshooting.
* Extensive experience as a senior software developer in complex enterprise environments.
* Strong business analysis skills within technology‑focused projects.
* Ability to engage confidently with senior finance stakeholders and translate their needs into technical direction.
* Solid understanding of finance, accounting, and controlling processes.
* Familiarity with modern development practices, including cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines.
* A pragmatic, outcome‑focused mindset that delivers value quickly in a fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Engage with stakeholders – collaborate with Accounting, Controlling, and FP&A teams to clarify and challenge requirements before development starts.
* Process Analysis – assess current and future finance processes to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
* Translate Needs – convert business requirements into clear, prioritised functional and non‑functional specifications for delivery teams.
* Gatekeeping – serve as the initial gatekeeper for new requirements, ensuring they are value‑driven and technically feasible.
* Technical Solutions – design sustainable technical solutions in line with enterprise standards while providing hands‑on development support.
* Application Review – evaluate existing applications for alignment with business needs and recommend enhancements.
* Documentation – ensure business logic is transparent, documented, and testable for compliance and audit purposes.
* Collaboration – work closely with onshore and offshore teams to ensure alignment on business context and priorities.
* Support Activities – participate in release, deployment, and governance activities, managing risks and dependencies effectively.
* Simplification Opportunities – identify ways to improve finance processes through digital solutions.
* Ad‑hoc Analysis – provide insightful analysis to support prioritisation and decision‑making throughout the assignment.
Employment Conditions
Contract position – 6 month temporary role, with potential extension.
Outside IR35, Remote location.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. We run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and abilities. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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