Data Analyst for FinTech (Excel Power Pivot expert)

Captura Search has already successfully partnered with this NY based FinTech (offering Fund Administration solutions and services) to hire key members of their US team.

As they expand the breadth of their data & analytics offering they are now looking to hire one or two  Data Analysts who are experts in Excel Power Pivot. In this position you will partner with various team members to understand client needs and identify how their solutions can meet those needs. You'll play a key role in helping the design and implementation of creating efficiencies and standardization in their use of Excel Power Pivot based reporting. This is connected to a Qlik Infrastructure. As the Excel Power Pivot Data Analyst you'll collaborate with Business Analysts and key team members to understand the business problem, and your work will be incredibly important to help solve challenges identified. You'll need to be able to develop a strategy to identify the best approach, work on definition of requirements and then also work with the development team to test and deliver the solution.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Excel power Pivot Data Analyst will have the following responsibilities:

• Create, implement and maintain data file structures
• Document procedures to agreed standards 
• Deliver reporting in response to client requests
• Refine and automate repeatable processes, track issues and document shifts
• Assist analysts with complex query and schema refining

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TECHNICAL ABILITIES

• Excellent knowledge of Excel Power Pivot, Slicer functionality and DAX calculation are essential
• Ideally 3 to 5 years of advanced to expert with Microsoft Excel work. 
• Expertise in combining and analysis of data from multiple sources, and then generation of reports and graphical analysis for executives to consume
• Knowledge of Accounting is beneficial but not required
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools and Data normalization is beneficial but not required
• Excellent technical orientation & analytical skills 
• Strong customer service orientation 
• Able to interface with all levels with clients
• Demonstrable attention to detail with reliable time management, follow through skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communicator.
• Adaptable to change quickly and flexible
• Strong teamwork ethic and able to collaborate with others effectively 
• High level of accountability and recognized for a "get-it-done" attitude 
• A high level of independence and autonomy.
• Able to organize, plan and prioritize work 
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment and wear a variety of hats.
• Can effectively multi-task and context switch between different activities and teams
• High level of proficiency with advanced formulas, dynamic ranges, advanced charting, and slicers.
• Demonstrated capability of Excel Power Pivot, Slicer functionality, DAX calculation is a must
• Power BI & Scripting are a plus.
• Basic programming knowledge or experience is helpful.

We're passionate about FinTech Products and Building Teams!

Captura shares our clients drive and determination, to deliver the best possible outcome for customers.  Our Financial Technology (FinTech) clients are designing, developing, selling and delivering some of the most innovative technologies, solutions and services to the financial markets (Investment Banks, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Hedge Funds, Exchanges, Insurance & Retail Banking. Captura is passionate about our client’s solutions and services, and we care about supporting their growth by hiring the best talent. Because the Captura team knows the FinTech landscape so well and has the most comprehensive FinTech network in the industry, we can proactively engage the best and most relevant industry professionals quickly.