Performance Analyst

The Equus Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Performance Analyst to evaluate operational and financial performance. This role involves analyzing data to identify trends and inefficiencies, developing KPI dashboards, and collaborating with various business units. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance or similar, possess strong analytical skills, and be proficient with tools like Excel and SQL. The position is full-time based in Chicago, IL, offering a salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Experience with large financial datasets.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze financial and operational data to find patterns.
• Develop KPI dashboards for performance insights.
• Collaborate with business units to address performance challenges.
• Translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Conduct 'what-if' modeling to evaluate process impacts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Data Analytics, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Job description

This range is provided by The Equus Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Our client is a leading financial services firm committed to delivering data-driven insights, operational excellence, and exceptional service to its clients. They are seeking a Performance Analyst to support key strategic initiatives and help drive measurable improvements across the organization.

Overview

The Performance Analyst will evaluate operational, financial, and organizational performance to identify trends, improve efficiency, and support data-informed decision‑making. This role partners closely with leadership and cross‑functional teams to deliver insights, dashboards, and recommendations that enhance overall business performance within a fast‑paced financial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to identify patterns, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and reporting tools that provide leadership with clear and timely performance insights.
• Collaborate with business units across the firm to diagnose performance challenges and support the design and implementation of solutions.
• Translate complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership and key stakeholders.
• Partner with teams across finance, operations, risk, and client services to ensure performance metrics align with business objectives.
• Conduct "what-if" modeling and evaluate the potential impact of process changes, resource shifts, or strategic initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of performance frameworks, methodologies, and reporting processes.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity by validating sources and identifying inconsistencies or gaps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Data Analytics, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience working with large financial or operational datasets.
• Proficiency with analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI, SQL).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present data and insights to non‑technical audiences.
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced financial environment.
• Experience in financial services, performance measurement, or operations analysis is strongly preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance

Location: Chicago, IL

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