Senior Rates Analyst - AR

Recourse Communications, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with quarterly matching

Life insurance options

Job summary

Recourse Communications, Inc. seeks a Senior Rates Analyst to drive pricing strategy and profitability through data analysis and reporting.

You will collaborate with analysts and executive sales leadership to evaluate market trends, develop pricing recommendations, and support new and existing opportunities. The ideal candidate has advanced Excel skills, strong analytical abilities, and the talent to translate complex data into actionable business insights while managing multiple priorities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or analytical field.
• 5+ years as an analyst; 6+ years overall preferred.
• Advanced Excel with complex formulas and reporting.
• Ability to interpret data and present insights.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities.
• Excellent communication with executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze pricing, market trends, and profitability to shape strategies.
• Prepare pricing proposals and bid submissions by deadlines.
• Develop and maintain complex Excel reports and queries.
• Investigate pricing discrepancies and communicate findings.
• Track proposals through revisions and updates.
• Maintain databases for contract rates and pricing.
• Produce recurring and ad hoc reports for major accounts.

Skills

Excel advanced

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

BI tools

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Rates Analyst to support business growth and profitability through pricing strategy, data analysis, and reporting. In this role, you will collaborate closely with analysts and executive sales leadership to evaluate market trends, develop pricing recommendations, and support new and existing business opportunities.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, advanced Microsoft Excel expertise, and the ability to interpret complex data and communicate meaningful business insights while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze market pricing, historical trends, cost structures, growth objectives, and profitability targets to develop effective pricing strategies.
• Prepare pricing proposals and bid submissions within tight customer deadlines.
• Develop and maintain complex Excel formulas, queries, and analytical reports.
• Research pricing discrepancies, investigate issues, and communicate findings.
• Track proposals through multiple rounds of pricing revisions and updates.
• Maintain accurate databases and records for new and revised contract rates, including spot and fixed-term pricing.
• Manage daily pricing activities, resolve exceptions, and troubleshoot pricing-related issues.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for major accounts, identify trends, and summarize findings to support strategic business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university, preferably in a quantitative or analytical field.
• At least 5 years of analyst experience, with 6 or more years of overall professional experience preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, data analysis, and reporting.
• Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Experience interpreting data, summarizing results, and presenting actionable insights.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with a structured approach to documentation.
• Ability to remain composed and productive under pressure while managing changing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including comfort working directly with executive leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with KPI reporting and performance metrics.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, or other data warehousing and business intelligence tools.
• A strong interest in numbers, pricing strategy, and business performance.
• A process-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Annual salary of $75,000–$80,000, based on qualifications and experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Supplemental and life insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with quarterly matching.

Candidates must complete an Excel-based assessment to be considered for this position. Only candidates who complete the assessment will be contacted.