Financial Data Analyst

Overview:The position resides within the Natixis US Distribution Finance Team, reporting to the SVP of Sales Analysis and Commissions. The analyst will be in an outstanding position to develop and combine detailed knowledge of the Natixis business model (including affiliated investment managers and their areas of expertise, product offerings, US Distribution Sales channels, and profitability drivers) with in depth understanding of the organization’s sales and asset data, source systems, and reporting tools. The analyst will develop reporting and business analysis for Senior Leadership, Finance, Sales, and affiliated managers. Additionally, the analyst will lead the month end sales data management, RFP, and product setup processes. This is a Hybrid role in our Boston, MA location. What you will do:

• Develop an in depth understanding of the Natixis US Distribution business model. Develop a strong understanding of the firm’s affiliated investment managers, product offerings, and primary measures for success within each sales distribution unit.
• Act as a subject matter expert on internal reporting systems including our transaction vendor management system (SFS/MARs), the data and business attributes maintained in the organization’s enterprise-date warehouse, and reporting and analysis tools such as Power BI and Business Objects.
• Build and handle recurring and ad hoc reporting for management, affiliate managers, and collaborators across the business which highlights results by manager, product type, investment strategy, intermediary firm, and financial advisor.
• Research, highlight and present trends as needed. Act as the primary contact and analyst between Finance and team members.
• Lead the data transformation, loads, and validation process pertaining to separately handled account and Natixis Models sales and asset files. Coordinate with Finance and Data Operations to ensure files are loaded accurately and on time during each month end close cycle.
• Act as the Finance team leader pertaining to the RFP process. Lead the RFP Dashboard in Power BI on behalf of Finance and the Investment Product Management Team.
• Lead new product setups for the Separately Managed Accounts business. Gain familiarity with the organization’s product suite, naming conventions, and reporting dependencies.
• Provide analytical support pertaining to Natixis US Distribution wholesaler commission plan development, analysis and administration along with analysis of financial data, develop presentations containing US Distribution financials, and provide forecasting support.

 What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree with concentration in Finance coupled with a minimum 3-4 years related experience. Financial services proven experience preferred.
• Proficient in business reporting and analysis; preferably using Business Objects, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments. 
• Detailed oriented, a high degree of intellectual curiosity, and very strong analytical skills.
• Ability to take initiative and tackle problems independently
• Ability to stay productive and prioritize workflow amidst challenging priorities

 Who we are:We put the best interests of our clients, employees, communities, and environment first in everything we do. We’re dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, diversity, and inclusion that supports employee growth. We believe this creates equal opportunities for our employees — and better outcomes for our clients and communities. We offer a robust benefits package designed to integrate life and work and to support our employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to; comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment program, wellness benefits and volunteer programs*  Additional insight on working at Natixis, please visit: 
https://www.im.natixis.com/us/working-at-natixis  #NatixisIMCulture Natixis Investment Managers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by law. Natixis Investment Managers does not charge fees to participate in the interview process or for employment equipment and does not send employment offers through social media channels. We take security and privacy seriously. If you have been contacted by someone claiming to represent Natixis Investment Managers and are unsure about the legitimacy of the communication, please verify the contact details with Natixis Investment Managers directly. *Benefits eligibility is for permanent employees of Natixis Investment Managers. Interns, contractors and temporary workers are not eligible for benefits