Business Analyst - Reconciliations (Administrative)
Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated solutions of a large bank while staying true to the relationship-focused, personalized service of our community banking roots. We serve clients in all 50 states with more than 200 branch banking locations in Illinois, southwestern Florida, northwestern Indiana, west Michigan and southern Wisconsin and commercial banking offices in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, Mich., and in key branch banking locations throughout Illinois. Our people are the heart of our business and we are proud to rank consistently as a top place to work. Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, and listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “WTFC.”
Non-Standard Hours:
Additional hours beyond the standard 8-hour day may be required, in certain situations, to ensure the department is able to complete their reconciliation-related tasks in expected timeframes.
Why join us?
An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 11 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years).
Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible.
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few
Promote from within culture.
Why join this team?
Hybrid Work Schedule – Split your time working remotely and at our Corporate Headquarters in Rosemont, IL.
We foster an inclusive environment for an individual to grow and work independently.
Opportunity to interact with management level, experienced professionals - higher visibility.
Wintrust has a great compliance culture that comes from the top.
Gain experience and further your career by joining a growing organization.
Position Summary
The Business Analyst will work closely with executive team members to process data files and address system issues to ensure reconciliation deliverables are met. Will be involved with analyzing and improving current application(s) and operations of the department and organization, as a whole. The analyst will use their skills to troubleshoot and problem-solve department application(s) and data challenges on an as-needed basis. Analyst will need to effectively and efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously. Act as a liaison and point person between IT and Business. Keep groups informed and stay on top of critical issues until resolved. Own department reporting responsibilities as required. This is an individual contributor role.
What You'll Do
Oversee processing of data files to support reconciliations. Coordinate efforts with Technology teams to solve data and system issues. Analyze current business and organization processes and make recommendations for efficiency improvement(s).
Oversee implementation of department and organization initiatives and process improvements from inception to completion which includes, but not limited to, serving as a collaboration lead with multiple departments outside of Corporate Finance.
Own department reporting responsibilities including KRI and various monthly management reporting.
Troubleshoot and problem-solve department application(s) and data challenges, as needed. Assist with application maintenance, ongoing training, and ad-hoc projects.
Document and communicate new and modified department and organizational procedures.
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience required.
A Bachelor's degree in Business, Information systems, or Computer Science is preferred - relevant business and/or technology experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree at management's discretion.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Should possess a technical mindset, computer skills, including knowledge in systems analysis and design and workflow and be equally proficient in both the business and technology areas.
Advanced Excel skills. Power BI, SQL a plus.
Benefits
Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance
Compensation
The estimated salary range for this role is $50,000-$67,500, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.
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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
