Performance Management Analyst Temp, Talent Development

Accordion • Boston, MA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are the better way to work in finance. As private equity’s value creation partner, we sit at the heart of PE—where sponsors and CFOs meet. Through financial consulting rooted in data, technology, and AI, we help clients drive value—supporting the office of the CFO to drive end-to-end value creation. If you crave challenging work and are looking to grow, come solve complex issues alongside 1,400+ finance & technology experts in a supportive, collaborative environment. Backed by premier private equity firms and headquartered in New York with 10 offices around the globe, we are a high-growth, entrepreneurial firm looking for people who want to be part of building something great. Come make your mark. Practice Description Through our pillars of Learning, Performance Management and Career Development the Talent Development team prepares Accordionites to deliver high-quality work, promote individual and team development and lead in the market. We sit within the People team and work in close collaboration with the HR Business Partners, Resource Management, Recruiting, and People Operations to bring valuable support to our eight practice areas. We partner closely with our stakeholders to accelerate value through our expertise in Talent Development. This position would ideally be in our Boston office but could be based in any of our U.S. locations. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work remotely two days a week. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. This opportunity will start on a temporary basis, with the potential to convert to full-time employment depending on performance and organizational priorities. What You’ll Do: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical thinking Performance Management Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performing environment and has strong multi-tasking and communication skills. The Performance Management Analyst will join the Talent Development team, supporting Accordion’s performance management initiatives, end-to-end, by assisting with data management, reporting, and process improvement. Employee career development is a priority at Accordion and this role is crucial to maintaining an ongoing feedback-oriented culture that is centered on its people, while keeping a forward-looking view on change management and globalization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a HR or similar role, preferably in a global or consulting environment.
• Experience in the performance management space preferred.
• Experience in the Human Resources or People Team space is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel)
• Very strong attention to detail with a focus on A+ execution
• Superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• System Administration: Manage and maintain our performance management system (currently transitioning from Lattice to Quantum Workplace), with keen attention to detail to ensure smooth operation and error-free and high-quality data accuracy. Provide technical support to employees and managers on system usage and troubleshooting. Initiate performance management reviews, including project-based, summary, and upward feedback. Ensure data integrity and consistency across various performance management reports, with a strong focus on precision and quality control.
• Performance Management System Implementation & Transition: Quickly get up to speed on the implementation of our new performance management system (Quantum Workplace), including understanding the project history, current status, and remaining milestones. Dive into outstanding implementation tasks and contribute meaningfully to configuration, testing, documentation, and rollout support. Serve as the primary point of contact for system administration post-launch, owning ongoing maintenance, updates, and process optimization with a strong emphasis on accuracy, responsiveness, and A+ execution.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Generate regular progress reports that will be sent to senior practice leaders with urgency, accuracy, and strong attention to detail. Assist in the creation of performance dashboards to visualize data trends.
• Collaboration and Partnership: Collaborate with HR Business Partners and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of performance management strategies with overall firm objectives. Work closely with vendors to address technical issues and system enhancements quickly and effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Process Support: Provide A+ support of the implementation and administration of performance management processes and tools, including learning and development. Assist in the development and maintenance of performance management templates and other materials that meet Accordion’s A+ quality standards. Provide administrative and project management support for performance review summary cycles, including scheduling, document preparation, notetaking during live discussions, etc. All work must be organized, timely, and executed with precision.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees