Data Analyst (AI Innovator)

Position: FP&A Analyst, AI Innovator

Location: New York, NY (HYBRID)

Salary: $85k - $110k + 20% Bonus

Global Business Consulting company is seeking an FP&A Analyst/AI Innovator to join their team!

POSITION SNAPSHOT

This role is a pivotal member of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team, with a primary focus on utilizing AI-driven tools and technology-enabled analysis to enhance financial planning and reporting processes. In addition to supporting traditional FP&A functions like planning processes, strategic reporting, and financial performance analysis, the candidate will leverage cutting-edge AI and machine learning tools to optimize workflows and deliver actionable insights. Collaborate with senior members of the FP&A team to integrate AI capabilities into financial functions and drive innovation in analysis and decision-making.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Autonomy / Problem Solving

Requires a balance of independent initiative and collaborative problem-solving. Work independently on routine tasks and be expected to design, development, and implementation of AI-enabled financial models and dashboards.

Proactively identify areas for improvement, suggest innovative AI-driven solutions, and implement them with oversight.

Strategic Contribution / Risk

Emphasis on transforming conventional financial analysis processes through the integration of AI and advanced analytics.

Contribute to Finance-wide efforts to enhance scalable solutions for financial planning and analysis.

Communication

Engage frequently with cross-functional teams, including direct interaction with your Manager and Directors.

Collaborate with the digital & data, technology and other members of the Finance team to implement AI solutions and communicate findings effectively through data visualization and storytelling.

Supervision

Mentor team members on leveraging AI tools and methods, as well as provide training on advanced technologies and process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Data Science, or a related field.

Master’s Degree or certifications in Data Analytics, AI, or Machine Learning are highly desirable.

3+ years of professional work experience in finance, with at least 2 years in AI-enabled analysis or advanced analytics.

Proven track record of implementing AI/ML models in financial workflows.

Proficiency in AI tools and machine learning techniques for financial analysis.

Familiarity with natural language processing (NLP) and other AI-driven methods for data extraction, analysis, and automation.

Advanced Microsoft Excel and experience with visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI

Working knowledge of financial software such as Microsoft Dynamics, Adaptive Insights, and cloud-based analytics platforms preferred.

Experience with process automation tools (i.e. RPA)