Group Finance Planning Analytics Developer

As a Group Finance Planning Analytics Developer at Cuscal, your primary responsibilities will include designing, developing, and implementing IBM Planning Analytics models. You’ll work on enhancing financial reporting capabilities, maintaining existing models, and ensuring system optimization. Additionally, you will provide technical support and training to end-users and develop training materials to upskill the broader team.

To qualify for the Group Finance Planning Analytics Developer role at Cuscal, you need experience designing and developing IBM Planning Analytics models. Familiarity with PA Cube & Dimension Design, Turbo Integrator Principles, and the ability to write Rules and MDX functionality is essential. Although not mandatory, experience with SQL and ODBC integration will be highly regarded.

The Group Finance Planning Analytics Developer plays a crucial role in team success at Cuscal by driving the evolution of finance systems and processes. By developing and optimizing the IBM Planning Analytics environment, you will enhance reporting capabilities, support budgeting and forecasting, and foster a collaborative atmosphere through training and guidance. Your contributions will significantly impact how the finance team operates and responds to business needs.

At Cuscal, we encourage professional development for the Group Finance Planning Analytics Developer role by offering opportunities to upskill in IBM Planning Analytics and related tools. You will participate in training sessions and collaborate with experts, ensuring you stay updated with the latest industry practices. Additionally, our supportive workplace culture fosters ongoing learning through various educational programs and resources.

Cuscal stands out as an attractive workplace for a Group Finance Planning Analytics Developer because of our commitment to innovation in the payments sector, diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and flexible hybrid work arrangements. We provide a wide range of benefits, including health and wellbeing support and opportunities for career advancement, ensuring that our employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects or roles where you've integrated IBM Planning Analytics. Discuss the models you've developed, challenges you've faced, and how you overcame them. Highlight your familiarity with best practices and show a strong understanding of how you've optimized performance.

To ensure accuracy in financial reports, I employ a combination of thorough testing, validation processes, and continuous monitoring of metrics. Additionally, I collaborate with stakeholders to confirm outputs and share my findings, helping to address any discrepancies promptly.

Optimizing models involves regularly reviewing performance metrics, implementing best practices in design, and ensuring that data integrations are streamlined. I focus on reducing processing time and configuring user interfaces for ease of access, which enhances overall efficiency.

I believe in a hands-on training approach where I provide practical demonstrations, accompanied by comprehensive training guides. Encouraging questions and feedback during training helps create an interactive environment, making it easier for team members to grasp complex concepts.

Provide a specific example that showcases your analytical abilities. Discuss the process you improved, the steps you took to analyze the current system, implement changes, and the positive results achieved, such as time savings or enhanced accuracy.

I stay updated by participating in webinars, attending industry conferences, and following reputable financial analytics blogs and forums. Networking with professionals in the field also provides insights into emerging trends and best practices.

Some challenges may include adapting to rapidly changing technology or meeting evolving stakeholder needs. However, I approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, utilizing collaboration and engagement with the team to develop effective solutions.

To manage tight deadlines, I prioritize tasks, set milestones, and utilize project management tools. Open communication with my team ensures everyone is aligned and can offer support. Being proactive and flexible in my approach allows me to deliver quality results on time.

Discuss specific tools you have used for data visualization, how you have applied these to enhance financial reports, and the importance of presenting data clearly to effectively communicate insights to stakeholders.

When answering this question, express your enthusiasm for Cuscal’s vision and the opportunity to contribute to innovative financial solutions. Share how your values align with the company culture and your interest in being part of a team that shapes the future of payments.