Description
This Anaplan Sr Specialist role is part of the Anaplan Innovation Hub at S&P Global, a central value column connecting enterprise planning, analytics, and technology across all divisions and functional teams.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Anaplan community and business users across divisions and functional teams, providing front-line support and helping users get the most value from Anaplan and the broader Finance technology ecosystem.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting enterprise Anaplan design standards and promoting consistent best practices across Divisional and Functional teams.
- Continuously identifying opportunities to improve the experience of Anaplan community members and end users.
- Monitoring and managing Anaplan platform performance, including workspace administration.
- Working closely with the Partner network, having full visibility over their respective delivery pathways and adherence to carefully designed SOWs.
- Supporting efficient and effective Data architecture and driving native Data integration with and to front-line source systems.
- Supporting testing and deployment of new enhancements and builds, assuming ownership for the Master Testing Plan and management of lower dev environments.
- Delivering and continuously assessing the appropriate Visualization layer, supporting Community members and end users as they bring their respective data and insight stories to life.
- Supporting Community member and end-user growth via targeted Learning and Development.
- Designing, deploying, and managing scalable and secure Azure cloud infrastructure.
- Developing, managing, and optimizing Microsoft Fabric data pipelines.
- Ensuring data accuracy, reliability, and performance across analytics workloads.
- Providing input to program communications for go-live of new capabilities, Operational Performance, and Community news.
- Working in Partnership with Internal Stakeholders and the Partner network to develop and prioritize initiatives on a multi-year development roadmap.
Requirements:
- University Degree in Finance, Business Analytics, Software Development, or a related field.
- Strong technical skills and an interest in finance.
- Quick learner with a genuine enthusiasm for growth and a keen interest in Anaplan.
- 2+ years of relevant operational experience in FP&A or other relevant business analyst experience.
- Basic knowledge and familiarity with Anaplan are a plus.
- Experience in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric.
- Proficiency in SQL, Python, DAX languages.
- Experience in building, managing, and optimizing data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric.
- Solid knowledge of data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, data governance, and analytics workflows.
- Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Lakehouse architecture, and end-to-end data integration.
- Experience with financial modeling and data analysis is preferred.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-starter with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication.
Benefits:
- Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
- Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
- Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
- Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
- Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.
- Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards,small perks can make a big difference.