Data Analyst

Overview

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance. 

TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody’s perfect – and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Job Summary

The Data Analyst utilizes knowledge of finance, accounting and insurance strategies to provide business and financial advice to TriNet's management team through various analysis functions. The position is responsible for preparing financial reports and analyses (including budgets and forecasts) for Insurance Services, Financial Planning & Analysis and Accounting and serves as liaison to assist with financial needs. The position provides regular support to other Finance-related functions, such as the month-end close process.

Essential Duties/Responsibilites

• Produce assigned revenue forecasts and incorporate understanding of fluid carrier landscape and historical insights into forecast assumptions.
• Support FIRM in the preparation and delivery of monthly accounting close process
• Responsible for compiling analysis reports, presentations, and other material to provide a robust analysis explaining drivers of forecast variance.
• Evaluate data integrity and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify and incorporate renewal actions into models and forecasts.
• Assist in automation of repetitive data aggregation/manipulation tasks to enable greater focus on value-add analysis.
• Prepare data reconciliations evidencing SOX compliance.
• Maintain vendor relationships to assist with data interpretation and resolution to data integrity issues.
• Cross train on and document processes to foster team resiliency.
• Support management by completing ad hoc analysis and projects.
  
  
  

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
  
  
  

• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Actuarial Science, Math, Economics, Accounting or related field; equivalent combination of education and experience required
  
  
  

• Typically 2+ years analytical experience - required
• Experience and understanding of working in an insurance environment -preferred
• Experience with business intelligence reporting tools - preferred
  
  
  

• Strong analytical, qualitative and quantitative skills with ability to independently identify and communicate relevant information
• Attention to detail and ability to distinguish materially important variances in data
• Self-starter willing to identify problems and proactively work to identify solutions
• Strong financial analytical skills required, basic accounting knowledge helpful
• Ability to work cross functionally with different departments in different time zones as well as with third party partners
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace
• Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required with ability to explain complex financial data.
• Excellent problem-solving with ability to apply analytical skills to drive business solutions.
• High level of organization, integrity, accuracy, and precision
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Tableau or BST experience preferred)
  
  
  

• Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• This position is 100% in office. 
  
  
  

Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity.

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact recruiting@trinet.com to request such an accommodation.