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Korn Ferry

Business Analyst - Cards | Payments

Hybrid

Texas, United states

$ 90 /hour

Freelance

04-11-2025

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Job Specifications

Location: Texas

Contract: 6 months initially

We’re seeking a Core Banking and Debit Card Business Analyst to support a financial services transformation project. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across the debit card lifecycle — from issuance and authorization to settlement, chargebacks, and fraud monitoring — and a strong understanding of core banking platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze and document end-to-end workflows across core banking and debit card systems.
Identify inefficiencies, automation opportunities, and process improvements.
Lead requirements gathering sessions, producing BRDs, use cases, and functional specs.
Partner with IT and vendor teams to ensure seamless integration and processing.
Support solution design for new card products, digital enhancements, and wallet integrations.
Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and post-implementation validation.
Ensure compliance with Reg E, Durbin Amendment, PCI DSS, and other frameworks.
Monitor KPIs related to card transactions, dispute resolution, and fraud detection.

Skills & Experience

Strong knowledge of core banking systems (e.g., Systematics, Jack Henry, FIS, Fiserv, or similar).
In-depth understanding of debit card processing, including authorization, settlement, and chargebacks.
Familiarity with ISO 8583, ACH/EFT, and card network protocols.
Experience working with card processor vendors (e.g., Visa DPS, TSYS, FIS).
Excellent communication skills — able to liaise effectively with business and technical teams.

About Korn Ferry

Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at www.Kornferry.com

About the Company

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business--synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That's why the world's most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us--for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than. Know more