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Ameriprise Financial Cost Basis Business Analyst II in Minneapolis, Minnesota
"Provide support by performing analysis and reporting, to provide recommendations for the cost basis team. Identify process improvements and adjustments to existing reporting models. Provide expertise for small to medium projects, which may involve developing solutions for problems within the business and/or upstream/downstream. Resolve problems or issues through methods of trouble shooting and separate analysis. Using sound information and theory, provide management with recommended actions to resolve issues or create value for the business.Key ResponsibilitiesUsing data from a variety of sources, analyze complex business issues, incorporating company and industry knowledge, mathematical and technological expertise, and sound analytical processes.This position will design reporting solutions to meet business objectives by working with internal and external partners.Manage multiple relationships across the organization, and at times with external parties and clients. Be the main point of contact to answer questions within business analyst area of expertise. Act as liaison among business leaders, staff, and utility functions to gather information and share best practices, and to ensure initiatives are executed appropriately.Provide and review reports of quantitative and qualitative data produced both internally and externally to the company. Ensure accuracy and appropriate report design. Be responsible for resolution to reporting issues as they arise. Reports may be of a routine nature or may be requested or run on an ad-hoc basis as part of a larger project or special business concern.Present results of analysis and/or recommendations to business managers, utility partners, and at times external parties. Communicate action plans and priorities to appropriate partners.Required QualificationsAssociates degree or equivalent (2-years)3 to 5 years of relevant experience including at least 1 year of analyst experiencePreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree.Ability to create PowerPoint presentations, dashboards for senior leadership, and experience with visualization tools - Power BI preferred.Experience with one or more Business Intelligence and Data Mining Tools desired (e, g, SQL, python etc.)Strong focus on qualitative and quantitative data analysis including statistical techniques, general data analysis, and trend analysis among others.Proven ability to effectively collaborate with others, initiate action, and adapt to change.Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills and ability to use statistical analysis and modeling, with associated technology applications.Develop solutions for complex problems for the business unit. Identify and recommend changes to policies, procedures, and business model.Strong relationship and communication skills in working with colleagues and influencing customers on recommendations and analysis.Ability to thrive in rapidly changing environment - proactive, flexible and able to handle and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a LEAN environment.About Our CompanyWe're a diversified financial services leader with more than $1 trillion in assets under management and administration as of 2022. Our team of 20,000 people in more than 20 countries, advise and manage assets and income of more than 2 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses - Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexua orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.Full-Time/Part-TimeFull timeExempt/Non-ExemptExemptJob Family GroupBusiness Support & OperationsLine of BusinessCLEAR Clearing