IT Business Analyst

Job Title : IT Business Analyst Work Type : Hybrid Location : Mechanicsville, VA Start Date : July 1, 2026 End Date : June 30, 2027 Industry Category : Information Technology / Government Employment Type : 1099 Contract Pay Rate : $22 – $42 per hour Requisition ID : 804698 Overview We are seeking an experienced IT Business Analyst to provide procurement, financial, and operational support for the Information Technology Division (ITD). This position serves as a critical liaison between procurement, finance, vendors, and operational teams to ensure the timely processing of invoices, procurement transactions, expenditure tracking, and budget support activities while maintaining compliance with Commonwealth of Virginia, agency, and Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) requirements. Application Applications are being accepted for one opening. Candidates must be able to participate in a web camera interview and meet all work authorization and onsite attendance requirements. Vendor submissions are limited to two candidates per opening. Job Description The IT Business Analyst will support procurement and finance operations within VDOT’s Information Technology Division by managing invoice processing, accounts payable activities, vendor account reconciliation, procurement support, expenditure tracking, and budget monitoring. This role plays an important part in ensuring compliance with prompt payment requirements, procurement regulations, fiscal policies, and agency standards. The successful candidate will work closely with finance, procurement, vendors, and agency stakeholders to support the acquisition and payment of IT goods and services. The position requires strong analytical capabilities, organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accurate financial and procurement records. Responsibilities Financial Operations & Invoice Processing Review, reconcile, and process invoices and vouchers in accordance with prompt payment requirements and agency policies Monitor expenditures and payment activity to ensure accurate financial tracking Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve payment discrepancies Process accounts payable transactions and support timely payment execution Track payments in process and align expenditures with divisional budgets Support budget management activities and expenditure reporting Procurement Support Manage procurement-related activities for IT goods and services Assist with procurement documentation, purchasing processes, and vendor interactions Respond to procurement inquiries from VDOT offices and stakeholders across the Commonwealth Ensure procurement activities comply with Commonwealth of Virginia, agency, and VITA requirements Support vendor issue resolution and procurement process improvements Reporting & Analysis Develop and maintain analytical reports to monitor productivity, expenditures, and payment activity Analyze financial and procurement data to support decision-making Track operational metrics and provide reporting to management as needed Maintain accurate records and documentation supporting procurement and financial activities Collaboration & Administrative Support Serve as a liaison between procurement, finance, vendors, and operational teams Coordinate with stakeholders to support acquisition and payment processes Provide administrative support to the Information Technology Division and VDOT offices statewide Participate in meetings, training sessions, and operational activities as required Support compliance initiatives and internal process improvement efforts Minimum Qualifications 5 years of experience reviewing, reconciling, and processing invoices and vouchers while ensuring compliance with prompt payment requirements 5 years of experience managing goods and services procurements in a large, multi-dimensional business environment 5 years of experience using Microsoft 365 applications, including advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and complex spreadsheets 5 years of customer service experience supporting professionals, vendors, team members, and executive staff 5 years of experience with accounting practices and financial management principles Ability to work onsite in the Richmond, Virginia area at least one day per week Ability to provide transportation and attend mandatory onsite training and meetings when required Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Richmond metropolitan area Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future Must physically reside within the United States for the duration of the assignment in accordance with Commonwealth of Virginia security requirements Must be willing and able to attend a web camera interview Must be willing and able to report onsite in Richmond, VA when requested and pick up assigned equipment if required Preferred Qualifications 3 years of experience with procurement processes, vendor management, and state or agency procurement regulations 5 years of Commonwealth of Virginia procurement knowledge and applied experience 1 year of experience using the eVA ordering system 1 year of experience with the Cardinal financial system Compensation This is a 1099 Contract role. Pay Rate: $22 – $42 per hour Schedule Assignment Start Date: July 1, 2026 Assignment End Date: June 30, 2027 Assignment Duration: 12 months Hybrid work arrangement One required onsite day per week Additional onsite attendance may be required for meetings, training, and operational needs Work Location Hybrid work environment with required onsite attendance in the Richmond metropolitan area Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Richmond, Virginia Reliable transportation is required for onsite meetings, training, and equipment pickup