GreatAmerica Financial Services is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to businesses across the United States. Our exemplary customer service, our principle-centered business philosophy and our team-based operating approach are key to our success and growth.
We Are Looking to Add a Key Member to our Data Delivery Team!
The Data Innovation Lead is a catalyst for reimagining how data can revolutionize our business and plays an instrumental role in executing upon the delivery of high impact data products that create tangible business value for GreatAmerica and our customers. This individual will work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, engaging in a diverse array of functional areas spanning Sales, Operations, Product, and beyond.
The ideal candidate is a fearless innovator and thought leader with a proven track record of delivering data-driven value creation. Success in this role will require a pioneering spirit and a well-rounded skillset including excellent analytical capabilities, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead through influence.
As a Data Innovation lead you will:
- Identify and execute upon high-leverage opportunities to apply AI, machine learning, and other advanced analytical tools and techniques to drive improved performance in areas such as revenue growth, cost reduction, and customer experience
- Respectfully challenge the status quo, identifying untapped opportunities to extract business value from data, and influencing requisite stakeholders to collaboratively pursue them
- Identify where gaps occur in data generation and/or collection including 3rd party data, and lead efforts to close those gaps and mine value from previously untapped sources of data
- Role model best practices for clear and compelling presentation of data insights to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Partner with business stakeholders to uncover unmet needs, and design and implement scalable data solutions to address those needs
- Provide mentorship and consultation to business leaders, upskilling data and AI literacy and accelerating the extent to which we integrate data insights into business strategies and decision making
- Employ an agile approach to rapidly prototype, deploy, and iterate upon data products
- Measure and communicate the impact of data products on business KPIs
- Cultivate a culture of experimentation and bold thinking
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Proficiency in analytical tools such as SQL, Python, Databricks, and advanced Excel.
- Expertise in AI, machine learning, and other advanced analytics techniques and tooling.
- Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
- Strong ability to analyze complex datasets and translate findings into actionable business strategies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
- Proven ability to tackle difficult analytical challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
- Experience working within agile development frameworks.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in agile teams, adapt to changing priorities, and meet fast-paced deadlines.
- Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Information Systems, Statistics or relevant field. Master’s degree or professional certification in Business Analytics is preferred.
Experience
- 5 or more years of experience performing business data analysis with a history of deriving actionable insights from complex datasets utilizing advanced analytics techniques.
Sharing rewards is an integral part of our culture. We believe in the value of hard work and reward our employees beyond the paycheck. Our total rewards package is based on eligibility and includes:
Financial Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Monthly Bonuses for Eligible Employees
- 401(k) and Company Match
- Annual Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
Health, Wellbeing, and Family Planning Benefits
- Paid Vacation - starting at 80 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
- Paid Sick Days - Ten (10) per year with a conversion option for unused time.
- Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year
- Gym Reimbursement
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term and Long Term Disability
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Leave
Education and Career Planning Benefits
- Tuition Assistance
- Networking Opportunities
- Leadership Development Opportunities
Perks
- Paid Parking
- Service Awards
- Hybrid work arrangements
- Business casual environment
- A strong organizational culture focused on our greatest asset: you!
If your experience aligns closely, please apply. We value diverse backgrounds and adding new perspectives. We encourage you to apply if you can make a strong impact in this role at www.greatamerica.com/careers.
Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
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What We Do
GreatAmerica is a $2 billion national commercial equipment finance company dedicated to helping manufacturers, vendors, and dealers be more successful and keep their customers for a lifetime.
Incorporated in 1992, GreatAmerica has a staff of over 500 employees. It is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and has offices in Minnesota, Georgia, and Missouri. We provide financing and consulting services in all fifty states and some U.S. Territories.
