Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SECU is a State Employees' Credit Union that is dedicated to the philosophy of 'People Helping People.' They are seeking a Financial Data Analyst II to compile and analyze financial information, conduct data validation, and support process improvements. The role involves collaboration with teams and maintenance of financial databases.
Responsibilities
- Compile, organize, and analyze financial information in support of budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making processes. This may require financial data analysis, trend recognition, and research as well as the preparation of visualizations and presentations under supervision
- Conduct data collection, normalization, validation, and reconciliation tasks to ensure accuracy and completeness of data
- Assist in developing and implementing process improvements and automated solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and insights for projects
- Contribute to the maintenance and optimization of financial databases, spreadsheets, and systems
- Support senior analysts in conducting financial research and special projects
Skills
- Data Mining Techniques
- Data Visualization
- Programming for Data Analytics (e.g., Python or R)
- Business Statistics
- Database Management (e.g. SQL)
- Financial Modeling Skills
- Knowledge of Excel, Tableau, Microsoft Power BI and various coding languages (VBA, R, Python, SAS) are essential to the success of this position
- Prior experience developing and executing queries and/or reporting for data sets required
- Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions to make recommendations and communicate effectively with others in an understandable manner
- Capability to identify and document data quality issues, limitations and gaps that may exist
- Demonstration of sound judgment in actions and decision-making
- Ability to organize work effectively and follow through on work activities and deliverables
- Capacity to multi-task and work effectively with exacting deadlines
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility and evolve with an ever-changing environment
- Attention to detail
- Bachelor's in Information Technology, Data Analytics, Accounting, Business, Finance or related Field
- 2 – 5 Years
- A good working knowledge in financial software and tools including the Workday suite of products (Prism, Accounting Center, Adaptive Planning, Office Connect and Reporting)
- Financial Accounting Principals
- Managerial Accounting Techniques
- Predictive Analytics
- Advanced Spreadsheet Modeling
- Business Intelligence Tools
- Advanced Financial Accounting Concepts
- Financial Statement Analysis Techniques
- Master's in in Information Technology, Data Analytics, Accounting, Business, Finance or related Field
- CPA Certification is also acceptable
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