Data Analyst

Accounting Data AnalystTarget Pay Rate: 89.00-90.00/hrSchedule: 8 hours per day / 40 hours per weekWork Arrangement: Hybrid – 1 work-from-home day per weekContract Duration: 3–6 monthsPosition Summary:The primary role of this Accounting Data Analyst (Contractor) is to support the data-based analysis used by the Accounting Team. This position requires interaction with all team members to understand and support company objectives. This position will also assist with the preparation of daily schedules and reconciliations supporting the daily financial controls and regulatory reporting, month-end financial preparation, assistance with periodic audits, and collaborate with other departments on ad hoc projects. This is a contract based role, based in Chicago, IL, reporting directly to the Controller to maximize development, learning and departmental efficiency.Job Responsibilities:Collaborate with team members to improve current report generation processesDevelop new analytic initiatives to support department objectivesIdentify, source, enhance and manage financial dataPrepare daily spreadsheets supporting customer asset segregation reports and analysisPrepare daily and monthly account reconciliationAssist in preparing daily, monthly, and annual regulatory requirementsAssist with preparing and gathering data during auditsPrepare revenue and expense analysis and expense accrualJob Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or technology-related fieldStrong core data literacy, including the ability to interpret charts, tables, and KPIs and to question data quality and assumptionsProficiency in data analysis and data visualization techniques (e.g., Excel, Power BI, or similar tools)Strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detailStrong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to translate data findings into practical recommendationsExcellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain analytical results to non-technical stakeholdersAdvanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, and dashboards)1-3 years accounting/data analysis experiencePreferred Qualifications:Advanced database and analytics skills, including SQL, and/or Databricks, and experience with BI/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI)Experience working with large or complex financial datasets, including data cleansing, reconciliation, and validationProficiency in MS Dynamics 365, experience in using queries, Essbase, Hyperion, Oracle, GMI or similar systems.Experience in futures or the financial services industry.Demonstrated ability to take ownership of analytical projects, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in afast-paced environment.• Previous experience collaborating with management and reporting financial results.• Experience in a collaborative culturally diverse and inclusive environment.Benefits: Health insurance Health savings account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Life insurance Retirement planAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.