Job Description: Our customer, a leader in the financial industry with locations from coast to coast, is searching for a Business / Data Analyst . This Business / Data Analyst is a contract position. This is a global Fortune 500 Company, and a foot in the door has the possibility to open additional opportunities. Many of our associates have enhanced their current skills, had their contracts extended, converted to full time employment, or been re-deployed after their assignment ends. As a contractor at Adecco, you will have benefits available after one week of employment. These are highlighted in detail below. Position: Business / Data Analyst / Financial Services Location: Boston, MA 02110 Length: 5 months + Pay rate: Depends on Experience Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday-Friday High level responsibilities include: � Align the forecast/budget to actuals by researching trends and working with the NIR forecasting team to resolve. � Research detailed data to ensure criteria meets the definition of non-US. � Align results across reporting systems and research and resolve variances. � Build standard reporting in Spotfire by GEO and business unit that will assist with analytics: YTD vs Budget, Actual vs. Prior Period, Actuals vs. SPPR and FYF vs. Budget � Build reporting with Khalix templates to assist with the ME close and required SEC reporting � Apply 2012 Funds Transfer Pricing methodologies to financial data back to 2009 by working with data team and IT resources and build a database in Spotfire for ad hoc reporting analytics. � Address past SEC reporting for possible restatements due to methodology changes. SKILLS � Ability to learn new reporting systems quickly. � Requires ability to readily absorb funds transfer pricing concepts in order to deliver meaningful analytics & reporting solutions on both a recurring and ad-hoc basis. � Requires independent initiative to research data and deliver value-added solutions and reporting EXPERIENCE � Education: minimum undergraduate; in Finance or Accounting. � Approximately 2 - 6 years experience in a financial services environment, Treasury experience a plus; experience with analytics for business performance a plus. � Experience with accounting, analysis and reporting of financial instruments a foundation for understanding needs, trends, drivers, relationships etc. � Experience with Oracle general ledger, Khalix, and/or Spotfire a plus � Must have strong MS Excel skills Provides administrative support to senior level management and their team. � Works under limited supervision. � Focus of the job is more on the coordination and execution of administrative tasks; however, some secretarial duties are still performed. � Composes and prepares internal/external correspondence in addition to maintaining, answering and routing correspondence not requiring manager�s attention. � Assists with ad hoc reports and special projects. � Arranges conferences and meetings for manager and team and prepares meeting notes. � Inputs and maintains internal databases; updates and manages organization charts, distribution lists, SharePoint and web sites. � Facilitates the production and compilation of metrics for weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting. � Coordinates activities to include answering telephones, managing calendars/appointments, compiling expense reports, putting together presentation materials, and making travel arrangements. � Often handles sensitive materials; maintains appropriate levels of confidentiality. Able to support requests and interface with a global team. Competencies: � Client focused and service oriented approach. � Highly-motivated, strong performer with an ability to work effectively with virtual and remote teams How to Apply: Click on the �Apply Now� to be considered for this position or any other mortgage related opportunity with Adecco. Qualified candidates may also contact Jim Dangler @ james.dangler@adeccona.com 866-892-5140 xt 138# Highlights of Working with Adecco: Why Adecco? Because Adecco provides one of the most COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS package in the industry to contract workers. Benefits available to you as a contractor after one week of employment include: *Medical Coverage - access to an affordable and comprehensive group medical coverage plan *401(k) - Adecco offers all temporary employees the ability to participate in a 401(k) savings program *Pay Options/Direct Deposit - we make it as easy as possible for you to get paid *Service Bonus - rewarding employees who make an extended work commitment *Paid Holidays - selected paid holiday, based on accrued hour requirement *State-of-the-art Career Center - training and resources available for all employees *Highly trained and professional staff - Our team cares about you and your career Adecco is an equal opportunity employer. The Adecco Group is a Fortune Global 500 company and the global leader in HR services. Our group connects over 700,000 associates with our business clients each day through our 6,600 offices in over 70 countries and territories around the world. 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