Richard Coates

About Richard Coates

Hello everyone, I\'m Richard Coates! I am a highly accomplished and detail-oriented Solution Consultant & Business Systems Analyst professional with proven experience in executing intricate data migrations and integrations for financial institutions across diverse transaction processing platforms. My expertise lies in executing intricate system implementations, data migrations, and application support in the financial industry.Throughout my career, my approach involves examining and validating the accuracy of all data, files, and reports throughout the conversion process in Excel and SQL Server, ensuring error-free outcomes and optimizing data integrity. Additionally, I have developed and implemented comprehensive data mapping strategies for seamless conversion to multiple systems, ensuring risk and compliance management. Furthermore, I have executed end-to-end data processes in SQL Server, covering database modeling, Joins, stored procedures, CTEs, and views. Moreover, my track record includes ensuring meticulous planning, seamless implementation, optimized system performance, and operational excellence in every endeavor. My Key Accomplishments Include Led execution of system migrations for over 50 clients in a single implementation, showcasing adept project management skills and ensuring successful transitions with precision and efficiency. Managed and executed over 100 internal conversions, encompassing mergers, acquisitions, and account consolidations, for financial institutions ranging from ~100 MM to ~800 MM in size. Administered and optimized two SQL Servers hosting 10+ databases and supporting 25+ users, ensuring efficient data management and fostering resilient IT infrastructure for heightened efficiency.Moreover, I have interpersonal team leadership, problem-solving, critical thinking, stakeholder management, communication skills, and proven ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships. Area of Expertise Business & System Analyst | Process Improvement | New Installation & Support | Risk Assessment & Mitigation | Complex Problem Resolution | Data Management & Acquisition | Team Training & Leadership | Data Quality & Analytics | Implementations & ConversionsKnown for meeting set expectations by demonstrating high working standards. Please feel free to contact me with any thoughts, comments, or questions about my work—I’m always interested in making new professional acquaintances.Reach me at: r••••••••@gmail.com

Experience

1. Senior Associate - Digital & Core Banking Transformation

   PwC

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Lead Business Analyst responsible for translating client business needs into effective system solutions. The role centers on combining hands‑on configuration of core banking platforms with strong analytical and communication capabilities. Partner closely with architects, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure solutions are technically sound, aligned with requirements, and thoroughly tested in support of the organization’s digital transformation strategy.

Education

• Tennessee Technological University

  Business Administration in Business Intelligence & Analytics

  2012 — 2016

Skills

• Social Networking
• Microsoft Excel
• Premiere
• Indesign
• Data Analysis
• Drawing
• Photography
• Business Analytics
• Social Media
• Visual C#
• Management
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Word
• Data Entry
• Drupal
• Marketing
• Microsoft Office
• Sharepoint
• Ibm Mainframe
• Website Development
• Event Planning
• Web Development
• Cashiering
• Communication
• Photoshop
• Facebook
• Dreamweaver
• Illustrator
• Html
• Sas
• Oracle Sql Developer
• Public Speaking
• Tbs