Senior Finance Transformation Analyst -Data Development

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

57d•$78,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Finance Transformation Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will lead and implement smaller scale finance transformation projects to modernize Transamerica’s finance function by establishing integrated, standardized, and automated end-to-end processes that enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in financial data and reporting. You will collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that align with our organizational goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience
Solid experience in financial technology change management projects, with a focus on finance, financial systems, and business analysis (typically five to eight years)
Analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent communication and consultation skills
Proficient overseeing projects and managing timelines
Decision making and organizational skills to implement projects
Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration, sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes.
At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.
This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids, Denver, Baltimore, Philadelphia).
Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience leading finance transformation projects and teams.
Experience building/operating highly available, data pipelines, distributed systems of data extraction, ingestion, and processing of large data sets.
Experience as a Data Analyst with expertise in designing and implementing data solutions on cloud platforms AWS.
Experience in translating complex business requests into technical requirements by designing solutions to enhance reporting and analytics capabilities using data modeling and dimensional modeling techniques.
Develop automated solutions to streamline financial processes by centralizing and standardizing data from various sources to support downstream process and reporting.
Demonstrated strength in data modeling, SQL development, and data warehousing.
Proven success in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior management to collect requirements, describe data modeling decisions and data engineering strategy
Experience best practices on data architecture, data modeling, and data transformation and perform code review sessions
Skilled in exploring AI-driven features within enterprise platforms and integrating AI capabilities into existing environments to drive efficiency and innovation.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and SQL for data processing and manipulation.
Experience with advanced analytics techniques, including statistical analysis, predictive modeling, machine learning, and data visualization.
Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI, or Quicksight.
Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) or AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialist.

Responsibilities

Use a comprehensive blend of finance, project management, and systems expertise to spearhead projects, formulate plans, oversee timelines, and ensure project execution aligns with objectives.
Perform in-depth business analysis to identify process improvement opportunities and provide consultation on best practices.
Work cross-functionally to deliver integrated, cost-effective solutions.
Integrate and optimize finance systems and contribute to the implementation of technology solutions using a good understanding of change management processes, software development life cycle, and change programs measures.
Contribute to strategic planning for initiatives.
Collaborate with team members and provide mentorship to junior analysts.
Oversee the preparation of comprehensive reports and conduct analytics to facilitate decision-making.
Leverage AI tools and automation frameworks to enhance data analysis, streamline workflows, and improve decision-making.

Benefits

Compensation
Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
College Coach Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs