Financial Data Analyst

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The Financial Data Analyst partners closely with stakeholders across the Finance, Global Operations and Commercial Teams at MTA to turn business questions into clear, actionable insights. As part of a Finance-embedded Analytics Team, this role surfaces the business needs behind data requests, determines the right questions to answer, and delivers analysis and reporting that drive decisions.</span> <strong>EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING</strong><br><ul><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Bachelor’s degree in finance, analytics, data science or similar field required</span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">1-3 years of experience in analytics, reporting or data-adjacent role</span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Experience building reports and dashboards in Tableau (or similar BI tool)</span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Working knowledge of SQL (extracting data, joining tables and troubleshooting when something looks off)</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">dvanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including complex functions and pivot tables</span></li></ul><br><strong>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS</strong><br><ul><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to non-technical stakeholders </span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Excellent analytical judgement and critical and abstract reasoning skills</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Superior attention to detailand accuracy</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize workload</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Demonstrated ability to translate a business question into an analytical approach with manageable parts</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Curiosity about data and business problems and willingness to ask questions when something is unclear</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Demonstrated ability and initiative for learning new tools quickly</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Strongly self-disciplined; thrives in a virtual team environment</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Ability to work across multiple time zones and relate to diverse cultures</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Familiarity with event industry or project-based revenue recognition is a plus</span></li></ul><br> <p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Data Analysis & Reporting</span> </p><ul><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Develop and maintain reports and dashboards in Tableau and other BI tools</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Analyze financial and operational performance trends to identify potential drivers and provide recommendations for improvement</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Define and refine business metrics and KPIs</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Use SQL or similar tools to source, validate, and explore data for reporting</span></span></li></ul><p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;"> </p><p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stakeholder Engagement & Communication</span> </p><ul><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Work with stakeholders across the company from initial request through delivery to translate loosely defined problems or business questions into analytical approaches</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Ask clarifying questions to ensure analysis is aligned to the business need</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Communicate findings clearly and honestly to internal and external stakeholders, highlighting trends and actionable insights</span></span></li></ul><p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;"> </p><p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Data Management & Quality</span> </p><ul><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Investigate and resolve data quality issues independently, ensuring accuracy and integrity across reporting solutions</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Document analytical process and methodology to support accuracy, repeatability, and team knowledge</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Contribute to evolving data practices and process improvement as the analytics function grows</span></span></li></ul><p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;"> </p><p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Cultural Activator & Digital Security Steward</span> </p><ul><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Exemplify and amplify MTA’s core values: </span></span><ul><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Creatively Agile </span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Teaming with Trust </span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Talent Empowered </span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Clarity of Character </span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Service with Soul </span></span></li></ul></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Sparks/spreads joy and excitement for all things MTA (i.e. culture, initiatives, products, team accomplishments, etc.)</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Standard">Commitment to DEI: Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, including the ability to support DEI initiatives (and implement, if applicable to role), as well as promote equity and inclusivity in all aspects of executing duties and responsibilities</span></span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Responsible for following all MTA policies and procedures related to security controls for the protection of personal or sensitive data and all confidential information; personal and sensitive data is defined as such by GDPR: “confidential information is defined as all data, documents, or materials, in any form or medium, provided to the company that could reasonably be expected to be proprietary to a customer or sponsor; confidential information includes, but is not limited to, any information concerning or relating to the property, products, technology, business and affairs of that customer or sponsor”</span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Provide recommendations for improvements of MTA security controls, when applicable</span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Support company-wide compliance efforts through timely completion of all mandatory security, policies and procedure training</span></li></ul><p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;"> </p><p style="font-weight: normal;text-align: left;">Other duties as assigned by MTA leadership. </p> <strong>WORKING CONDITIONS</strong><ul><li>Home Based Office Setting - Virtual Team Environment. </li><li>Extended work hours during peak season, travel times and international customer needs</li><li>Full-time, Exempt</li><li>Competitive Base Salary and Benefits<ul><li>Base Salary Range: $60<span data-teams="true">,000 - $75,000 <span data-teams="true">(or country equivalent)</span></span></li></ul></li></ul><br>

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