Job Description

How would you like to join one of the most highly regarded financial institutions in New Jersey with deep roots in the community? Provident is a successful and highly regarded multi-billion-dollar bank that continues to grow with branches in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania and New York. Our longevity is a testament to our commitment to placing our employees, customers, and the communities we serve at the center of all we do. At Provident Bank, we are committed to enhancing our customer and employees’ experience.

Provident Bank is seeking an Application Analyst – Process Automation to support automation initiatives across the organization. This role focuses on analyzing business processes, documenting current and future state workflows, and supporting production automation monitoring to help drive efficiency and operational excellence.

The Application Analyst partners closely with stakeholders, subject‑matter experts, and technology teams to translate business needs into clear, actionable automation documentation and solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with business stakeholders and subject‑matter experts to gather and document requirements for automation and process improvement initiatives
• Perform process analysis to assess current‑state workflows and identify opportunities for future‑state automation and efficiency
• Develop detailed documentation, including as‑is procedures, future‑state process flows, and automation designs
• Support monitoring of production automation processes on a scheduled basis and serve as backup support as needed
• Acquire and maintain working knowledge of related banking systems and applications
• Ensure documentation and analysis outputs are clear, accurate, and usable by technical and business teams

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 6 months of banking experience or experience with related banking software applications

• Business process mapping and diagramming (preferred)
• FIS banking core platform (preferred)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word and Excel
• Experience with workflow diagramming and process‑mapping tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to analyze patterns, workflows, and potential outcomes
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks effectively

Certifications

• UiPath Certified Professional Automation Developer Associate – Required
• UiPath Certified Professional Automation Business Analyst – Preferred

Working Conditions

• Office‑based environment with prolonged sitting
• Occasional lifting (5–10 lbs.) and light physical activity
• Moderate noise level
• May require travel to Provident offices, branches, or customer locations

This job description may not be all-inclusive. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.

Provident Bank recognizes and supports the importance of creating a socially and culturally diverse employee base. We understand, value, and appreciate the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce can contribute to our organization. We put the employee and the customer at the center of strategy because culture is a critical differentiator for why people choose to work here.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

Pay Details:

$26.15 - $32.67/hourly

Please note, the base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, education, geographic location, internal equity, and other applicable business and organizational needs.

This role is incentive eligible based upon company, business, and/or individual goal achievement and performance.

Team members accrue paid time-off (PTO), receive Holiday (PTO) and are eligible to participate in the bank’s Health and Wellness benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, Flexible and Health Savings Accounts, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan. In addition, the company provides Disability Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Basic Life Insurance. Company sponsored Tuition Disbursement and Loan Repayment programs are also available. Voluntary benefits include Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal plans.