Senior Analyst, Digital Accelerator

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

We’re seeking a Senior Analyst to join our Digital Accelerator team—a dynamic individual passionate about driving operational excellence, leading strategic projects, and advancing Finance & Accounting initiatives. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in shaping the future of our Investment Administration team, collaborating directly with colleagues to enhance capabilities, streamline processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

What you will do:

• Recommend system enhancements and support departmental goals in collaboration with IT and Investment Operations
• Collaborate with internal IT and systems development teams to analyze and resolve process flow challenges
• Lead projects focused on automation and modernization, emphasizing technical process improvements. This includes creating system-specific message files using tools like Alteryx, RPA, and other automation platforms
• Utilize project management tools to develop and communicate project plans, milestones, and status updates
• Mentor and coach team members to enhance their skills, efficiency, and impact
• Develop and maintain best practices and procedural documentation; identify opportunities to improve workflows and implement changes
• Partner with management and business leaders to build and maintain clear process roadmaps and support the onboarding of new clients and accounts
• Translate strategic technical visions into executable, tactical steps
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that elevate business value and organizational capabilities

What you will bring:

• 5+ years of experience in securities operations or investment accounting within the financial services industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or Accounting. Without a relevant degree, an additional 4+ years of directly related experience is required
• Deep understanding of financial services operations, with proven analytical and quantitative capabilities

What will set you apart:

• Background in software development is a strong plus
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
• Experience with tools such as Alteryx, Tableau, Crystal Reports, or similar reporting/automation software
• Excellent communication skills and a high level of attention to detail

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

$85,600.00 - $120,925.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compe