Lead Business Systems Analyst - Accounting Systems (Information Technology)
Publix Super Markets, Inc. is the largest privately-owned food retailer in the nation with more than 1,200 stores and more than 200,000 associates throughout the Southeast. We are associate-owned, proud of our family atmosphere, and consistently named as one of the best companies to work for in America. We are largely debt-free and renowned for our financial performance as well as our premier customer service. Publix's Information Services (I/S) department is located in Lakeland, Florida and Alpharetta, Georgia and employs over 1000 associates. I/S provides the information technology required for all Publix business units including retail stores and all office and warehouse environments. The Publix I/S mission is to maximize the value of information technology to Publix associates and customers.
Please note, this is a hybrid position requiring 8 days per month on-site in Lakeland, FL.
Join Publix Technology - Where Innovation Meets Impact
Publix Super Markets, Inc., the largest employee-owned company in the U.S., is powered by a dynamic technology team of 2,100+ associates. We deliver modern, cutting-edge solutions to 1,400+ stores and over 200,000 internal team members across 8 states.
Whether you're passionate about IT security, platform engineering, architecture, software development, or infrastructure, we offer exciting career paths at every level—from internships to technical leadership. Be part of a Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work For” and help us build more than just great subs—build the future of technology for Publix.
The Accounting Systems team is looking for a detail-oriented, highly analytical Lead Business Systems Analyst to join a collaborative team focused on enhancing existing production systems as well as new solutions addressing manual business processes.
Responsibilities:
- Gather and document business and system requirements using SDLC and Agile practices
- Communicate clearly with management, peers, vendors, and business users through written and verbal updates
- Develop and manage project plans and timelines to ensure on-time delivery
- Partner with architects and engineers to design effective solutions
- Engage stakeholders to share product vision, progress, and risks, ensuring alignment
- Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT) to verify solutions meet requirements
- Provide subject matter expertise and support for assigned systems
- Identify and drive process improvements through industry research and analysis
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related analytical field, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years of business systems analysis experience
- 7+ years of experience analyzing and improving business processes, with the ability to translate business needs into technical requirements
- 5+ years of experience in project management planning, and executing large-scale projects from vision through implementation
- 5+ years of experience in software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
- 5+ years of experience using data analysis tools and techniques, such as SQL, Excel, or BI platforms
- 5+ years of experience analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- 9+ years of business systems analysis experience
- 2+ years of business systems analysis experience supporting client-facing applications
- 3+ years of experience in enterprise application environments
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills
- Hands-on database and data-driven application experience
- Knowledge of AI methods
- Advanced SQL skills for complex queries and troubleshooting
- Proven collaboration with technical teams to optimize data processes
- Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
- An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Group health, dental and vision plans
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
- Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)
