IT Business Analyst (Accounting Technology & Digital Systems) | Sydney CBDSB Recruitment is working in collaboration with Obsidian Advisory Pty Ltd to source two experienced IT Business Analysts to join their Sydney-based team.About Obsidian AdvisoryObsidian Advisory is a dynamic, tech-driven Chartered Accounting firm based in Sydney, committed to delivering corporate-grade accounting, tax, virtual CFO, bookkeeping, payroll and financial modelling services to small and medium-sized businesses, franchises and family groups.Founded by two young and energetic partners with Big 4 backgrounds, the firm leads with a digital-first philosophy and a "plain English" promise — making finance accessible and actionable for its clients.As a Xero Gold Partner and Certified Advisor, Obsidian Advisory is at the forefront of cloud accounting technology and is investing in expanding its internal technology and systems capability to better support its growing client base.The OpportunitySB Recruitment, in collaboration with Obsidian Advisory, is seeking two skilled and motivated IT Business Analysts to join the business in Sydney.These newly created roles will support Obsidian Advisory's digital transformation initiatives — from streamlining internal accounting systems and workflows to building better client-facing solutions for UHNW clients.You will serve as a critical bridge between the firm's accounting professionals and the technology platforms that power its work.
This is an excellent opportunity for results-driven professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, cooperative setting and are passionate about applying technology to drive business efficiency.Salary: $90,000 + Superannuation per annum.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyse, document and re-engineer internal business processes across accounting, tax, bookkeeping, payroll and CFO service delivery workflowsWork with partners and service teams to gather and translate business requirements into functional technology specificationsLead and manage the implementation and integration of accounting and business software systems, including Xero and associated cloud platformsConduct usability assessments, A/B testing and stakeholder interviews to identify pain points and system improvement opportunitiesDesign BPMN-level process maps (Level 1–3) to document end-to-end operational and information flowsCollaborate with external software vendors and developers to deliver technology solutions on time and within scopeDevelop and maintain business intelligence reporting and KPI dashboards to support data-driven decision making for partners and client-facing teamsApply machine learning or AI-assisted tools to automate and accelerate business process design and client data analysis where appropriateProvide training and documentation to internal staff on new systems and workflowsSupport planning for CapEx, HR requirements and project delivery timelines for technology initiativesReport on project progress and technology requirements to the executive team and external stakeholders where requiredSB Recruitment is working in collaboration with Obsidian Advisory Pty Ltd to source two experienced IT Business Analysts to join their Sydney-based team.About Obsidian AdvisoryObsidian Advisory is a dynamic, tech-driven Chartered Accounting firm based in Sydney, committed to delivering corporate-grade accounting, tax, virtual CFO, bookkeeping, payroll and financial modelling services to small and medium-sized businesses, franchises and family groups.Founded by two young and energetic partners with Big 4 backgrounds, the firm leads with a digital-first philosophy and a "plain English" promise — making finance accessible and actionable for its clients.As a Xero Gold Partner and Certified Advisor, Obsidian Advisory is at the forefront of cloud accounting technology and is investing in expanding its internal technology and systems capability to better support its growing client base.The OpportunitySB Recruitment, in collaboration with Obsidian Advisory, is seeking two skilled and motivated IT Business Analysts to join the business in Sydney.These newly created roles will support Obsidian Advisory's digital transformation initiatives — from streamlining internal accounting systems and workflows to building better client-facing solutions for UHNW clients.You will serve as a critical bridge between the firm's accounting professionals and the technology platforms that power its work.
This is an excellent opportunity for results-driven professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about applying technology to drive business efficiency.Salary: $90,000 + Superannuation per annum.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyse, document and re-engineer internal business processes across accounting, tax, bookkeeping, payroll and CFO service delivery workflowsWork with partners and service teams to gather and translate business requirements into functional technology specificationsLead and manage the implementation and integration of accounting and business software systems, including Xero and associated cloud platformsConduct usability assessments, A/B testing and stakeholder interviews to identify pain points and system improvement opportunitiesDesign BPMN-level process maps (Level 1–3)



to document end-to-end operational and information flowsCollaborate with external software vendors and developers to deliver technology solutions on time and within scopeDevelop and maintain business intelligence reporting and KPI dashboards to support data-driven decision making for partners and client-facing teamsApply machine learning or AI-assisted tools to automate and accelerate business process design and client data analysis where appropriateProvide training and documentation to internal staff on new systems and workflowsSupport planning for CapEx, HR requirements and project delivery timelines for technology initiativesReport on project progress and technology requirements to the executive team and external stakeholders where requiredWhat You'll BringEssential:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related fieldMinimum 5 years of full-time experience as a Business Analyst or IT Business Systems AnalystMinimum 3 years of full-time experience working with UHNW individualsDemonstrated experience using Agile methodology to deliver IT projectsStrong proficiency in process mapping tools (Visio, BPMN) and project management platforms (MS Project, Trello, Jira or similar)Experience gathering business requirements through stakeholder interviews, workshops and qualitative/quantitative research methodsSolid understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC) and system integration projectsProficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and digital collaboration tools including Zoom, Slack and Google WorkspaceProven ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholdersStrong documentation, report-writing and presentation skillsHighly Desirable:Experience with cloud accounting platforms, particularly XeroFamiliarity with financial services, accounting or professional services environmentsExperience working in multicultural and internationally distributed teamsExposure to machine learning, AI-assisted tools or data-driven business process automationDemonstrated ability to deliver projects ahead of schedule and within budgetExperience mentoring team members or conducting training workshopsWhy Join Obsidian Advisory?
Work directly alongside experienced Chartered Accountants and partners in a collaborative, non-hierarchical environmentBe at the centre of a firm-wide digital transformation with real ownership over outcomesCompetitive salary package, commensurate with experienceOpportunity to grow with a fast-moving, ambitious firm
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📌 It Business Analyst (Accounting Technology & Digital Systems) | Sydney Cbd
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