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Middle River Power

<div>About Middle River Power
Middle River Power (MRP) is a private equity-sponsored platform specializing in the investment and asset management of U.S. power generation facilities. With over 8GW of natural gas, coal, battery storage, and solar facilities across multiple states, the company focuses on safe, reliable, and efficient power plant operations. MRP&rsquo;s executive team collectively brings over 120 years of expertise in energy management and power generation, collaborating closely with plant personnel and industry professionals. MRP applies a data-driven approach to investment and operational decisions, considering key factors such as regulatory changes and resource planning. Learn more at middleriverpower.com.

At MRP, we believe that experienced leadership, capable emerging talent, and strong partnerships enable us to deliver innovative, outsized solutions in the energy sector. This framework ensures every hire strengthens our culture of curiosity, collaboration, and commitment while maintaining the speed and flexibility our business demands.

The Behaviors We Hire For
Our business thrives on a set of behaviors that allow our team-based culture to reach high standards and build on one another&rsquo;s strengths. MRP is a PE-backed environment that requires operating at pace, calculated risk-taking, and creative problem-solving. The people we hire must excel not only in their technical domain but also embody the behaviors that make us successful.
<ul><li> Love What You Do - Genuine curiosity for the energy sector and our business</li></ul>
<ul><li> Collaborate to Win - Works across teams; believes partnership delivers results</li></ul>
<ul><li> Comfort with Ambiguity - Adapts to growth and change; solves problems resourcefully</li></ul>
<ul><li> Innovation Over Status Quo - Brings fresh thinking and challenges assumptions</li></ul>
<ul><li> Confident &amp; Honest - Owns their contribution; transparent about what they don't know</li></ul>
<ul><li> Progressive Problem Solver - Guides problems to solutions; works hard to get it done</li></ul>
<ul><li> Here for the Long Term - Committed to building a career and business with others</li></ul> 


Position Summary

Middle River Power is seeking a Senior Development Analyst to support the development and execution of conventional, renewable, and hybrid power generation projects across the full project lifecycle. This role will serve as a key analytical partner to the development team, leading financial modeling, market analysis, project valuation, and strategic decision support for a growing portfolio of generation assets.

The Senior Development Analyst will work closely with development, commercial, finance, engineering, legal, and executive leadership teams to evaluate new opportunities, advance active projects, and support investment decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong financial and analytical capabilities, experience in energy infrastructure or project development, and a genuine interest in the evolving energy sector.

Key Responsibilities
<ul><li> Lead project-level financial modeling, valuation, and scenario analysis to support development and investment decisions.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Evaluate project economics, financing structures, and commercial opportunities across a portfolio of generation assets.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Conduct market, regulatory, interconnection, and permitting analysis to assess project viability and risks.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Support project advancement through coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Monitor power market, policy, and industry developments and provide strategic recommendations.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Prepare presentations, investment materials, and executive-level reporting to support key business decisions.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Support development, acquisition, and strategic growth initiatives across the MRP platform.</li></ul>

Required Qualifications
<ul><li> Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Energy, or a related field.</li></ul>
<ul><li> 4-7+ years of experience in power generation, project development, project finance, infrastructure investing, or energy markets.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with Power BI, Tableau, Python, or similar analytical tools preferred.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Strong understanding of project economics, power markets, interconnection, permitting, and regulatory frameworks.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li> Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and influence decision-making in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>

Overview of our Hiring Process
We take a progressive approach to our interview process, which means we move quickly and prioritize early conversations with the people you would work with day to day. Final round interviews are usually held onsite and include members of our leadership team. In some situations, we will ask candidates to complete a project or build a presentation when it is relevant to the job. We are committed to moving efficiently and valuing your time throughout the interview process. 

Work Location

To foster a collaborative culture, we aim to place roles within one of our office locations. In some cases, we may create remote roles when it makes sense for business. Frequency and location of travel for team meetings and job duties will vary by role. MRP is an in-office 4 days a week organization. 

Compensation

MRP builds its compensation packages to reward and recognize high-performing talent. Base salary ranges are designed to be competitive by market and take into consideration individual experience, technical skills and long-term career growth. Each employee is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on their level and company annual performance metrics. 


Benefits and Perks 


MRP offers a holistic and comprehensive benefits package for all employees that consists of the following:
<ul>
<li>Medical, vision, dental coverage for employees and families is 90% employer-funded</li>
<li>FSA and HSA plans with company HSA contributions</li>
<li>15 days of PTO, company holidays, and two floating holidays</li>
<li>Employee EAP and wellness services</li>
<li>Parental Leave
</li><li>401k with company matching up to 4%</li></ul></div>

Senior Development Analyst

1880 Hospitality

Foodservices Brand Group is a fast-growing company consisting of 3 distinct businesses across multiple channels and product categories which are retail, food service, and an industrial component business. The largest business is the retail segment, which represents over 80% of company sales. The Pyrex and Snapware brands are the catalysts that drive the growth across the retail business in North America through a supply agreement with a longstanding domestic glass manufacturer.Position SummaryThe Senior Financial Analyst &ndash; Commercial Finance &amp; Business Performance - plays a critical role in supporting executive leadership, ownership reporting, and commercial decision-making by delivering high-quality financial analysis, business insights, and financial models. Reporting to the Director of FP&amp;A, this position serves as a key business partner to Finance, Sales, and Operations, helping leadership understand business performance, customer profitability, cash flow trends, and strategic opportunities.This role is responsible for coordinating executive and ownership reporting, analyzing monthly financial results, developing advanced financial models, and improving business intelligence capabilities through automation, AI-enabled tools, and data visualization solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with intellectual curiosity, business acumen, and the ability to transform complex data into actionable recommendations.In a private equity-backed environment, this role will help drive improved visibility into customer profitability, working capital performance, cash flow forecasting, and commercial effectiveness while supporting the company's growth objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesExecutive Reporting &amp; Business Process Management<ul><li>Coordinate the preparation, compilation, and distribution of materials supporting recurring executive and ownership reporting processes.</li><li>Develop and maintain reporting packages used for weekly business reviews between senior management and private equity ownership.</li><li>Ensure reporting accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of key performance indicators and business updates.</li></ul>Monthly Financial Performance Analysis<ul><li>Prepare monthly financial review materials for executive leadership and ownership presentations.</li><li>Perform detailed variance analysis of revenue, gross profit, margins, customer performance, and operational results.</li><li>Complete gross margin decomposition analyses to identify drivers of profitability and performance changes.</li><li>Analyze sales trends across customers, products, categories, and channels to identify risks and opportunities.</li></ul>Financial Modeling &amp; Business Intelligence<ul><li>Develop, maintain, and enhance sophisticated financial models supporting operational and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Lead efforts to automate manual reporting and analytical processes through linked models, business intelligence tools, and emerging AI solutions.</li><li>Build scalable forecasting models that improve visibility into business performance and financial outcomes.</li><li>Utilize Power BI and other analytical tools to improve reporting accessibility and management insight.</li><li>Identify opportunities to leverage AI and advanced analytics to increase efficiency and analytical depth.</li></ul>Cash Flow &amp; Working Capital Analysis<ul><li>Support development and maintenance of rolling cash flow forecasts and sensitivity analyses.</li><li>Develop a deep understanding of customer-specific sale-to-cash cycles.</li><li>Partner with Sales to identify opportunities to improve cash conversion and working capital performance.</li><li>Build customer-level forecasting assumptions that improve forecast accuracy.</li></ul>Customer &amp; Commercial Performance Analytics<ul><li>Partner with Sales leadership to create and analyze customer scorecards, performance metrics, and growth opportunities.</li><li>Develop and maintain profitability models that provide visibility into true customer, product, and program profitability.</li><li>Develop analytical tools that support customer strategy, pricing decisions and improve customer profitability.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.</li><li>5+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&amp;A, commercial finance, or business analytics.</li><li>Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills required.</li><li>Experience developing forecasting models, profitability analyses, and management reporting.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into business insights.</li><li>Experience working with large datasets and business intelligence tools, preferably Power BI.</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to summarize complex information for leadership audiences.</li><li>Experience in manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, packaging, or related industries preferred.</li><li>Experience supporting private equity-backed organizations preferred.</li></ul>Success ProfileThe successful candidate will be:<ul><li>Highly analytical and naturally curious.</li><li>Comfortable working with imperfect data and evolving systems.</li><li>Focused on continuous improvement and automation.</li><li>Business-minded with strong commercial acumen.</li><li>Able to balance detail orientation with executive-level thinking.</li><li>Proactive in identifying opportunities and solving problems.</li><li>Effective at building partnerships across Finance, Sales, and Operations.</li></ul>Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>analyst: 5 years (Preferred)</li><li>advanced excel: 3 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Chicago, IL 60631 (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60631

Senior Financial Analyst

Applied Systems

<div>Job Description:

Amazing Career Moments Happen Here
Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That&rsquo;s why at Applied, we&rsquo;re building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers &ndash; all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the Insurtech game, we&rsquo;re not just redefining what&rsquo;s achievable; we&rsquo;re creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible. 
Position Overview
We&rsquo;re searching for a Senior Compensation Analyst to join the People team in a remote or hybrid capacity out of our Chicago office. We&rsquo;re in the middle of a multi-year compensation roadmap built around high-impact, employee-centric initiatives, and you will be a driving force behind it. As a Senior Compensation Analyst, you&rsquo;ll own meaningful work across our full compensation spectrum: job architecture, market pricing, variable pay programs, and the annual planning cycle. 
To keep us headed in the right direction, we're looking for people who see compensation as a lever for fairness and retention, not just a formula to administer, someone who welcomes complexity and brings a point of view. If you thrive in a lean, high-visibility environment where your work makes a real impact, we want to hear from you. 
What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>
Drive the development and administration of compensation and job architecture frameworks that keep Applied both internally equitable and externally competitive.</li><li>
Own the annual compensation planning cycle from start to finish, including system configuration, UAT, budgeting, cycle execution, and hands-on training and consultation with People Team Partners and leaders.</li><li>
Partner with People Team to evaluate roles, navigate job placement, and ensure consistent, accurate job documentation across the organization.</li><li>
Build compensation models that bring salary grades, pay equity analyses, and variable pay targets to life. Translate what you find into near- and long-term cost and benefit decisions.</li><li>
Serve as the team&rsquo;s compensation systems expert. You will own system administration, identify opportunities to automate, and drive the efficiency gains that free the team up for higher-impact work.</li><li>
Support the administration of equity programs, including analysis and recommendations to inform grant decisions, refresh cycles, and candidate equity packages.</li><li>
Conduct compensation benchmarking for international markets, including India, with the ability to independently research statutory requirements, interpret market dynamics, and make data-driven pay recommendations.</li><li>
Stay ahead of emerging AI and data analytics trends and actively apply them to modernize compensation processes, reduce manual lift, and sharpen accuracy.</li><li>
Stay current on compensation-related laws and regulations, translating legislative changes into clear guidance and ensuring our programs and practices remain compliant.</li><li>
Bring others along. Share what you know with junior team members and help build compensation literacy across the People function.</li></ul> 
We&rsquo;re Excited to Learn More About You
Your experience may include:
<ul><li>5+ years of progressive compensation experience covering base pay, variable pay, and job architecture.</li><li>
Advanced Excel skills: combined functions, pivot tables, queries, and the ability to turn that analysis into a clear, compelling story.</li><li>
A track record of administering full compensation planning cycles, including system configuration, UAT, reporting, and stakeholder support.</li><li>
Hands-on experience with third-party compensation surveys (Radford/Aon, Culpepper, WTW) and conducting market pricing analyses.</li><li>
A natural consultative style. You build trust with People Team partners and leaders and know how to make complex comp topics accessible.</li><li>
Familiarity with pay equity analysis and evolving multi-jurisdictional pay transparency and reporting requirements (e.g., state pay data reporting, EU legislation).</li></ul> 
You may have other skills or credentials, including:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work experience required.</li><li>
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification preferred.</li><li>
Proficiency with HRIS and compensation platforms (such as UKG, Bettercomp, Pequity, or similar).</li><li>
Background in a company that was scaling through a high-growth phase.</li><li>
Experience supporting or administering compensation programs across multiple countries or regions, including familiarity with international statutory requirements and market dynamics.</li><li>
Experience building enablement resources and training for HR partners and People Leaders.</li></ul> 
We know that talent comes from all backgrounds and experience levels. We encourage military members and their spouses as well as candidates without a degree or a background in tech to apply! 
When You Join Team Applied, You Can Expect: 
A culture that values who you are and recognizes that you aren&rsquo;t just an employee; you are a teammate, and you matter. We thrive on the benefits of our different experiences and celebrate the uniqueness our teammates bring to work with them every day. 
We flex our time together, collaborating remotely and in-person to empower our teams to work in the ways that work best for them. 
A comprehensive benefits and compensation package that centers our teammates and helps them to bring their best to work every day:
<ul><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
</li><li>Holiday and Vacation Time
</li><li>Health &amp; Wellness Days
</li>A Bonus Day for Your Birthday 
<li>
</li></ul>
 
Learn more about the people behind our products at https://www1.appliedsystems.com/en-us/about-us/jobs/ 
Our targeted starting base salary in the United States for this position ranges from $100,000-135,000 USD. To determine a new team member&rsquo;s starting pay, we consider a variety of factors, including someone&rsquo;s depth, breadth, and variety of experience, skills, and responsibilities. Depending on the role, team members may also be eligible to participate in additional compensation plans such as bonus and commission. 
Your Security Matters:
 
Our candidates&rsquo; personal information and online safety are top of mind for us. At Applied, we proactively protect your personal information and only communicate with candidates via a secure @appliedsystems.com email or through our official careers portal. Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers. 
AI Utilization
We leverage AI tools to streamline parts of our recruitment workflow (such as resume parsing and interview scheduling). However, candidate screening, interviews, and final decisions are conducted by real humans. 
EEO Statement
Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don&rsquo;t discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. 
#LI-Remote
#LI-US</div>

Senior Compensation Analyst

The University of Chicago

<div>Department
Investment Inflation Sensitive and Diversifying 
About the Department
The Office of Investments manages and grows the University of Chicago&rsquo;s endowment to advance UChicago&rsquo;s mission of academic excellence and inquiry. Guided by the Board of Trustees Investment Committee, we actively steward one of the nation&rsquo;s largest private university endowments. Emphasizing innovation and proactive sourcing, we continually seek out exceptional investment opportunities to maximize the long-term value of the endowment and support the University&rsquo;s future. 
Job Summary
The Office of Investments is seeking a Senior Analyst to join our collaborative investment team, working alongside portfolio managers and fellow analysts who value intellectual curiosity and teamwork. Under the guidance of senior managers, the Senior Analyst will contribute to the evaluation of new investment managers, as well as monitor and analyze manager performance. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with leading investors globally and make a direct impact on the financial strength of the University, supporting UChicago&rsquo;s mission for generations to come.
 
 
We welcome experienced professionals, 2-5 years of experience, with a strong work ethic, analytical mindset, and exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Team orientation, critical thinking, and intellectual curiosity are highly valued. For Senior Analysts interested in further education, the University provides financial support for pursuing an MBA at the Booth School of Business and the CFA Charterholder designation. This position offers the option to work remotely on Fridays, except when required on-site for manager meetings.
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Assists the portfolio team under the direct supervision of the Managing Director in conducting investment analysis to inform decisions for our diversified global portfolio.</li><li>
Supports the sourcing, research, analysis, and ongoing due diligence of external investment managers. Responsibilities include meeting with managers, conducting quantitative and risk analysis, reviewing manager reports and correspondence, and engaging in investment discussions with the team.</li><li>
Prepares data-driven investment memos and recommendations for prospective portfolio investments by synthesizing information, applying existing analytical frameworks, and resolving routine issues using established approaches.</li><li>
Contributes to project-based work, including liquidity analysis, fee and term assessments, portfolio company metrics, and exposure reviews. Occasionally leads the work of small project teams and provides informal guidance to junior staff as needed.</li><li>
Documents meeting notes and maintains thorough qualitative and quantitative records related to investments, continuing to build knowledge of the organization, processes, and stakeholders.</li><li>
Networks with institutional peers and managers to stay abreast of market trends and identify potential investment opportunities.</li><li>
Collaborates with team members across asset classes to exchange best practices, refines underwriting and reporting processes, and conducts topical analyses.</li><li>
Partners with colleagues to resolve issues promptly and efficiently.</li><li>
Prepares presentation exhibits for the management team. Gains exposure to various asset classes through a scheduled analyst rotation.</li><li>
Supports many facets of the investment process, including the selection and monitoring of external investment specialists across asset classes.</li><li>
Sources and performs due diligence of potential new investments. Performs industry analysis to determine investment attractiveness of various investment strategies.</li><li>
While the focus will be a on primary asset class, the job will also process information on CRSP indexes, alternative investments, long-term equity, joint venture investments, or administer loans and tracking the performance of them.</li><li>
Performs other related work as needed.</li></ul> 
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. 
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. 
Certifications:
-
Preferred Qualifications
Education:<ul><li>
Coursework in finance, economics or accounting.</li></ul>
Certifications:<ul><li>
Work towards a CFA designation.</li></ul>
Technical Skills or Knowledge:<ul><li>
Proficient with Bloomberg, Cambridge Associates data and benchmarking processes.</li><li>
Proficient with data analytics.</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office products.</li><li>
Quickly learn and adapt to new software programs utilized by the Investment Office.</li></ul>
Preferred Competencies<ul><li>
Exceptional analytical abilities, with a talent for interpreting complex data and collaborating with senior team members to improve analytical frameworks and uncover unique insights.</li><li>
Excellent writing skills to draft clear and concise investment previews, memos, and meeting notes. Distill relevant facts, identify key themes or concerns, draw conclusions, and outline actionable next steps.</li><li>
Strong verbal communication skills to effectively engage with team members, external partners, and the broader Investment Office. Comfortable switching between detailed analysis and high-level perspectives as needed.</li><li>
Superior organizational skills, with the capacity to manage work independently, coordinate workflows, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.</li><li>
Exemplary work ethic, demonstrating enthusiasm for a high-volume, fast-paced investment environment.</li><li>
Genuine interest in portfolio management and institutional investing, with intellectual curiosity and a continual desire to deepen understanding of investment processes, capital markets, decision-making, and economics.</li><li>
Function both independently and as an effective team member.</li><li>
Unwavering professionalism to handle sensitive information discreetly, and interact with high-profile individuals while exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality.</li></ul>
Working Conditions<ul><li>
Office setting Monday-Thursday; remote option on Friday.</li><li>
Some US travel.</li></ul>
Application Documents<ul><li>
Resume/CV (required)</li><li>
Cover Letter (required)</li></ul> 
The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. 
 
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. 
Job Family
Financial Management 
Role Impact
Individual Contributor 
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5 
Drug Test Required
No 
Health Screen Required
No 
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No 
Pay Rate Type
Salary 
 
FLSA Status
Exempt 
 
Pay Range
$114,750.00 - $144,450.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University&rsquo;s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. 
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
In addition to the base pay posted above, this position may be eligible for In addition to the base pay posted above, this position may be eligible for incentive compensation of up to 35% of salary. 
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. 
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. 
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. 
The University of Chicago's Annual Security &amp; Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.</div>

Senior Portfolio Analyst, Inflation Sensitive and Diversifying

CNA Insurance

<div>You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
Job Summary 
 
The Senior Financial Analyst position is part of CNA&rsquo;s Investments &amp; Treasury Division. This division is responsible for managing the firm's bank relationships and cash management activities, as well as trade settlement, analysis, accounting and reporting for the firm's $40+ billion investment portfolio.
 
 
This role offers an opportunity to collaborate across the division and with various business units outside of Investments &amp; Treasury including our banking partners and portfolio managers to align strategic initiatives with daily activities.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities may include:<ul><li>
Assist with execution of the global short-term investment portfolio of approximately $1.2 billion.</li><li>
Partner with Cash Operations and long-term investment traders to perform cash forecasting and liquidity planning for the firm&rsquo;s $40+ billion investment portfolio.</li><li>
Opportunity to participate in investment operational activities including the application of third-party pricing.</li><li>
Manage tracking and execution of debt interest payments and participate in dividend planning.</li><li>
Participate in defining the issues and scope of assigned projects and assist with implementation of approach.</li><li>
Prepare and present interpretations of findings for leadership within Investments &amp; Treasury Division and broader corporate partners.</li><li>
Interact and collaborate with other departments to address business issues and meet organizational objectives.</li><li>
Participate in Sarbanes-Oxley reviews as needed. Complete audit requests, as required.</li></ul>
Reporting Relationship
Manager or Above
Skills, Knowledge &amp; Abilities<ul><li>
Excellent organization, planning and time management skills. Proven ability to manage competing priorities and execute deliverables in a timely fashion.</li><li>
Act like an owner by taking pride in your work and acting with a sense of urgency.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills able to solve problems creatively by using your imagination, valuing diverse ideas, embracing change, and making processes as efficient as possible.</li><li>
Ability to foster and maintain collaborative relationships with external and internal customers, peers, and management.</li><li>
Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.</li><li>
Technical knowledge of banking processes, documentation, applications and controls is a plus.</li></ul>
Education &amp; Experience
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in finance, accounting, or related field</li><li>
Typically three to five years of related experience</li></ul>
#LI-MR1
#LI-Hybrid
In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $54,000 to $103,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees &ndash; and their family members &ndash; achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA&rsquo;s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com. 
CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page. 
CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact leaveadministration@cna.com</div>

Senior Financial Analyst - Treasury Capital Markets

Oil-Dri Corporation of America

Role Overview
 We are looking for a Senior Data and Reporting Analyst to join our Enterprise Data team to drive analytics and data initiatives and adoption. In this role, you will assist business users in gathering and assessing data and developing reports and dashboards to drive strategic and operational decision making. You will work with users from multiple functional areas including finance, operations, supply chain, and commercial sales. You will also have the opportunity to work with multiple tools and reporting platforms.
 
Hybrid role based out of the Chicago office. Monday - Wednesday onsite required.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Data Analysis: 
<ul>
<li>Reporting and Visualization: Assist users in the development and modification of reports, dashboards, and visualizations in operational and analytical reporting tools in use at Oil-Dri. Where necessary, create database relationships and semantic layers in the relevant tool sets.</li>
<li>Change Management and User Training: Develop and deliver training on operational and analytical reporting tools, and in data sets, to business users across multiple functions. Implement best practices for knowledge transfer and develop relevant documentation. Assist users with their questions on the tool and the data. Lead user groups and collaborate with super users.</li>
<li>Data Exploration: Assist users in the analysis of data to identify patterns, trends, and insights that support business initiatives and inform strategic decisions.</li>
<li>Collaboration with Business Units: Work with business units to understand data needs and align analyses with organizational goals.</li>
<li>Support Administration of the Reporting Tool Set: Assist and coordinate with the help desk on various user access and other administrative tasks in the relevant BI tool sets.</li>
<li>Participate in Project Lifecycle Activities: Support the project team in gathering requirements and conducting tests and validation of reports and BI dashboards.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
 
Education & Experience: 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, Finance, or other technical field.</li>
<li>Minimum of 4-7 years of experience in data, analytics, and reporting using tools like Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, and ReportsNow.</li>
<li>Experience in working with data of various business functions including operations and manufacturing, supply chain, and finance.</li>
</ul>
Skills & Abilities: 
<ul>
<li>Advanced skill in the use of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, ReportsNow) and building advanced reports, including creation of semantic layers and creating table joins, is required.</li>
<li>A strong understanding of core business functions and processes, in operations/manufacturing, finance, commercial sales, and supply chain, is required.</li>
<li>An understanding of ERP data, particularly JD Edwards data, is strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Proficiency with data and statistical languages such as SQL, Python, and R is highly preferred</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate with and mentor a variety of business user experts is required.</li>
<li>Adaptability to work on a variety of technical and non-technical tasks.</li>
<li>Excellent time management skills to balance engineering and analytical responsibilities.</li>
</ul>
Compensation & Benefits
 <ul>
<li>Competitive pay ($92,000 - $120,000) + annual bonus</li>
<li>401(k) with 6% company match</li>
<li>Paid parental leave, generous PTO, & paid holidays</li>
<li>Work-life balance</li>
<li>Career growth with exposure to senior leadership.</li>
<li>Annual merit increase opportunity</li>
<li>Fitness & Gym Reimbursement</li>
<li>Employer Contribution - Health, Dental</li>
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About Us
 Oil-Dri Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products for consumer and business-to-business markets that has been voted as a Top 100 workplaces in the Chicago Tribune. Oil-Dri’s products are sold in the pet care, animal health, fluids purification, agricultural, sports field, industrial and automotive markets. Oil-Dri controls millions of tons of specialty mineral reserves, including calcium bentonite, attapulgite, and diatomaceous shale. The company’s mines and manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, Mississippi, Illinois, and California. Oil-Dri is a family-controlled and operated organization that emphasizes honesty, integrity, and accountability. The company is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to Create Value From Sorbent Minerals.
 
Oil-Dri is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and qualified candidates without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Accordingly, all employment decisions and personnel actions or programs such as hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, transfers, reductions in workforce, and training, etc. will be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity.

Senior Data & Reporting Analyst

The Equus Group

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 Our client, a highly respected real estate private equity investment manager with more than $6 billion in committed capital, is seeking a Finance Analyst to join its Chicago-based team. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone early who wants direct exposure to investment performance, valuations, investor reporting, capital management, and portfolio strategy within a sophisticated institutional investment platform. This role offers broad exposure across multiple facets of the business. You'll work alongside a lean, collaborative finance team and gain meaningful interaction with senior leadership, institutional investors, lenders, and investment partners across the globe
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 The Equus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected sta
 
 
 
 
 
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Financial Analyst

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