Analyst, Finance Systems

LPL Financial•Fort Mill, SC

1d•$58,092 - $96,820

About The Position

The Finance Systems Analyst reports to the Vice President of Finance Systems, under the Center of Excellence group. This group specializes in data projects under the hierarchy of the Chief Accounting Officer that require advanced analytic skills. This role will provide strategic, analytical, and technical support for various departments. You will leverage disparate data to create solutions that empower the business to effectively make decisions. The ideal candidate has a combination of strong business acumen, strong data analytic knowledge, and communication skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, Data Science, Finance, Business, or Economics (or equivalent experience).
Experience with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx)
Familiarity with Python or SQL
Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience is required
Intellectually curious and have a background in data analyses.
Exceptional critical thinking skills
Desire to drive organizational change through process improvement.
Interpersonal skills and effective communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff.

Nice To Haves

Excellent quantitative/analytical skills, and ability to utilize data to tell the story and drive insights, tailors messaging to appropriate level for audience.
Finding opportunities for business process optimization
Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages, such as SQL and databases, or Python is a plus.
Proficiency in dashboard and reporting development such as Tableau or Power BI
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts, data modeling)
Understanding adaptability for change in the bigger picture; embracing those changes as opportunity for growth & development
Outstanding problem-solving skills with a proactive approach towards assigned projects or tasks.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and activities while meeting deadlines.
Understanding of SOX controls and ensuring compliance over financial reporting

Responsibilities

Perform recurring and Ad-Hoc system administration tasks to support business operations.
Translate and visualize data into information and insights to discover trends and patterns for solving the business problem and improving key performance indicators.
Provide a customer centric experience for business partners.
Create detailed documentation, process flows, and diagrams.
Train and support end users on project solution functionality and procedures
Leveraging existing systems used by the business to create efficiencies and automation (Oracle, SAP, Workday, etc.)
Promote a culture of continuous improvement within a progressively evolving environment.
Drive project development through the project lifecycle
Partner closely with our Product Management and Technology teams in support of various initiatives
Build and maintain relationships within Finance, Technology, other business organizations, and with third party vendors.
Ad hoc analysis, modeling, and additional responsibilities as required.