Wealth Management Operations - Data and Business Intelligence Analyst

Plante-Moran; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 64,500 - 90,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Flexible time off

Health insurance options

Job summary

Plante-Moran in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a qualified individual to partner with Wealth Management leadership and provide data-driven solutions including dashboards, reporting frameworks, and KPIs.

This role emphasizes data governance, collaboration with various teams, and the management of reporting analytics. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of business experience in relevant fields.

The position includes a range of benefits and may require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of business experience in investment, banking, or accounting.
• Strong proficiency in SQL.
• Understanding of data governance principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain dashboards and data models.
• Support data governance standards and documentation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure reporting solutions are accurate.

Skills

Data governance principles

SQL and relational databases

Microsoft Power Platform

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

APIs and ETL processes

Job description

Responsibilities

• Partner with Wealth Management leadership, Operations, and Technology teams to translate business needs into data‑driven solutions, including dashboards, reporting frameworks, and key performance indicators.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable dashboards and data models using approved data sources to support decision‑making across the firm.
• Develop and manage standardized reporting and data products, reducing duplication and promoting a single source of truth.
• Support and uphold data governance standards, including data definitions and documentation, alignment to approved data sources, and data access and security protocols.
• Create and monitor data quality and exception reporting, identifying and escalating issues related to data integrity across systems such as Black Diamond and CRM platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure reporting and analytics solutions are accurate, auditable, and aligned with firm policies and risk management expectations.
• Serve as a consultative partner to end users, helping them interpret data, understand underlying assumptions, and apply insights effectively.
• Manage and prioritize a reporting and analytics backlog, working within established workflows to deliver solutions aligned with business priorities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors on data integration, system enhancements, and analytics initiatives, including supporting ETL/ELT processes and API‑based data connections.
• Present insights and reporting outputs to various audiences, including leadership, partners, and operational teams.
• Create and maintain documentation on data sources, reporting logic, processes, and user guidance materials.
• Assist with additional Wealth Management data, reporting, and technology projects, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of business experience in the investment, banking, or accounting field.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power BI (data modeling, DAX, and visualization best practices), Power Automate (workflow automation, process optimization, and integration across systems), and Power Apps (Dataverse tables, data collection, environment maintenance).
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience working with relational databases.
• Experience with data integration concepts, including APIs and ETL/ELT processes.
• Understanding of data governance principles, including data quality, data lineage, and access controls.
• Familiarity with Wealth Management systems (e.g., portfolio management, CRM, or similar platforms).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate business questions into data solutions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high‑quality, and auditable outputs.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Familiarity with emerging analytics tools, cloud data platforms, or machine learning/artificial intelligence concepts is a plus.

Employment Type

The position is exempt; you may need to work beyond a standard 40‑hour work week.

Compensation

The salary range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is $64,500.00 – $90,500.00.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Other benefits include flexible time off, a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits options, business‑related travel expense reimbursement, lodging and meal reimbursement, a pension plan for eligible administrative staff, a discretionary bonus plan, and the option for health insurance for contingent staff.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug‑free workplace.