Technology Strategy Business Consultant

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 83,100 - 141,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and pension

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

A leading financial institution is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst in Chicago to drive technology-specific analysis and strategic decision-making. The role entails working closely with Finance and Procurement teams to analyze IT Capital expenditures, build financial business cases, and leverage data analytics tools for strategic planning. Candidates should have 7 to 10 years of project analysis experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with tools like Power BI and SQL. A hybrid working model is offered.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of related experience focusing on project analysis and management reporting.
• Strong accounting knowledge, preferably GAAP.
• Ability to present financial information to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Drive analysis and presentation materials for IT Capital Expenditures.
• Create Leadership-level analyses on Technology usage and demand.
• Build financial business cases for technology decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Power BI

SQL

Excel

Education

Advanced degree in Finance or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Sr Financial Analyst - Technology Strategy page is loaded## Sr Financial Analyst - Technology Strategyremote type: Hybridlocations: Chicago, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R148601**About Northern Trust:**Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.The Sr. Financial Analyst will join the Technology Strategic Spend Team to drive the delivery of information for decision making and various analysis for Northern Trust's Technology Organization. This role is responsible for Technology-specific analysis (focused on strategy, labor, hardware, software, etc.), but will work closely to coordinate efforts among Technology, Finance and Procurement to drive the analyses into actionable efforts. Planning and analysis will need to be prepared and presented to many roles across Northern including Technology Leadership, engineers, project managers, finance managers, and procurement specialists, using Power Point, Excel, and/or Power BI / other analytical tools.* Drive analysis and presentation material for IT Capital Expenditures in the Technology Portfolio, including consideration for strategic prioritization, developing budgets, forecasting, and variance analysis.* Create Leadership-level analyses that inform on Technology usage and demand, financial impacts, contractual analysis, while considering potential* Build financial business cases for technology decisions (e.g. considerations for switching vendors, adding new products or capabilities, etc.)* Leverage data analytics tools (Power BI, SQL, Excel, etc.) to reach data-driven suggestions that drive strategic discussions and planning efforts with senior leadership.* Work with finance and procurement to analyze and report on efforts for productivity and automation.* Conduct and lead special projects and ad hoc requests to support the Technology function.**Knowledge:**Analytical and problem-solving skills required to evaluate financial results and projections across all financial statements.Effective written and verbal communication skills are necessary to present relevant information to senior management and business unit officers.Strong personal computer skills and analytics tools usage (Power BI, SQL, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) are required to perform analyses and communicate financial information.Strong accounting (GAAP), reporting and financial analysis usually acquired through an advanced degree program or related work experience is required. **Experience:**7 to 10 years of related experience with emphasis on project analysis and management reporting, planning, and analysis.**Working Model:** Hybrid (#LI-Hybrid) We have a balanced hybrid working model to ensure you get the flexibility you need, and the successful candidate will spend their time between working in the office and working from home. Salary Range:$83,100 - 141,300 USD*Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.***Working with Us:**As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater **Reasonable accommodation**Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail] hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.