Associate Specialist – Finance Data Analytics

Northern Trust

. Work with business leaders and stakeholders to understand strategies and use analytics to drive decision-making .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $95,600 - $162,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analytics and data-driven decision-making, with a strong focus on developing scalable solutions and applying statistical models to address business challenges. Proficient in SQL, Excel, and various analytics tools to support cross-functional business needs.

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7+ Years Relevant ExperienceSQL ProficiencyStrong Project Management SkillsStatistical Software KnowledgeDatabase Systems Competence

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisStatistical ModelsMetric GovernanceAgile MethodologySDLC ProcessesReporting TechniquesRequirements GatheringData WarehousingDecision Support ToolsAd-Hoc Reporting

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsLeadership SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Building SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Business Intelligence SuiteQlikViewInformaticaSSRSSASExcel

Industry Keywords

Business IntelligenceAnalytics SolutionsOperational Change ManagementCross-Business Function ChallengesData Flows

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

InformaticaSDLCSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with business leaders and stakeholders to understand strategies and use analytics to drive decision-making
Define and develop analytic capabilities to solve cross-business function challenges
Support analytical needs across business functions and enable strategic prioritization
Analyze core business processes and data flows to design and develop enduring analytical solutions
Report data accurately and insightfully using best-practice techniques
Develop and deliver scalable, repeatable analytics solutions using existing Business Intelligence infrastructure
Apply metric governance, enterprise solution alignment, and agreed governance and technology policies
Follow Agile or SDLC processes
Apply and develop statistical models and methods to address business issues
Develop metrics and create ad-hoc reports
Assist internal customers with operational change management activities
Identify, track, report, and resolve issues in a timely manner
Participate in special projects and perform other assigned duties
Foster a positive and collaborative environment
Act as a resource for less experienced colleagues
Lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of relevant experience
A College or University degree in a relevant field
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Highly flexible and adaptable to change
Leadership and organizational skills
Database systems competence
Familiarity with data analysis and/or reporting
Strong mathematical skills
Experience with SQL and Excel
Strong project management skills
Strong team/relationship building skills
Familiarity with other analytics tools (e.g., Microsoft Business Intelligence Suite, QlikView, Informatica or other tools) preferred
Familiarity with relational and dimensional database concepts, querying, data warehouses, requirements gathering and/or decision support tools preferred
Prior experience using statistical software or knowledge of various data mining and analytical tools (SSRS, SAS, etc.) preferred
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement benefits (401k and pension)
Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability)
Paid time off
Parental and caregiver leave
Life and accident insurance
Other voluntary and well-being benefits
Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component
Flexible and collaborative work culture
Balanced hybrid working model
Movement within the organization is encouraged
Access to senior leaders
Inclusive workplace
Reasonable accommodations during the employment process