Founded in 2009, Zest AI has been pioneering innovative AI technology with a mission to expand credit access to create opportunities for more Americans to pursue their financial goals. Zest AI is transforming the $17 trillion US consumer credit market by delivering AI technology that helps lenders identify creditworthy borrowers overlooked by traditional methods, while leveling the playing field so financial institutions of all sizes can harness AI to provide better lending experiences.

With over 50 issued and pending patents across automation, accuracy, performance, and model explainability, Zest AI is a leader in financial technology, providing financial institutions with AI tools that create a more resilient US financial system and a stronger U.S. economy. With over 600 active AI models, financial institutions rely on Zest AI's comprehensive suite of solutions spanning marketing, underwriting, fraud detection, lending intelligence, and more to make smarter lending decisions while improving profitability. This US-based technology as a service company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

About the Role

Zest AI is seeking a Sr. Business Intelligence Analyst to propel our next phase of growth. In this newly created role, you will have a front-row seat in the decision-making process. You will gather data from diverse sources, transforming it into intelligence and actionable recommendations. By combining analytical expertise and business acumen, you will visualize findings that help track performance and forecast trends, working closely with our leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Engage in all things involving data and analytics – include data input, mapping, cleansing, and maintenance, as well as reporting, analysis, insights, and recommendations
• Use the existing automated data processing code snippets and build upon them
• Become an expert user of tools such as: Salesforce, Sage Intacct, and Anaplan
• Identify opportunities to streamline procedures and improve system efficiencies
• Perform ad hoc analysis to facilitate decisions on financial analysis, KPI, sales and marketing analytics
• Continuously learn and develop new skills to keep up with business growth
• Provide support for various tasks to assist the accounting and FP&A team

Qualifications

• 3+ years of FP&A experience tackling complex data-driven problems related to the company's financial data, relational database management, data analysis, data visualization, financial planning, and performance tracking
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; quantitative or analytical background is a plus
• Advanced proficiency in quantitative analysis and statistical models
• Proficient in SQL, with working knowledge of at least one analytical coding language (eg. Python, R, VBA, etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal and project management skills, with experience collaborating across functional teams
• Capable of maintaining the highest level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced, multitasking environment
• Ability to document business updates and strategic plans, and to quantify the financial impact of proposed tactics and new developments
• Intellectually curious, highly self-motivated, with a can-do attitude, and a quick-to-learn mindset
• Someone who wants to make a significant positive impact on Zest AI and the society, while being part of an amazing and tight-knit team

Equal Opportunity Statement

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where all are welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are and where we’re headed in the future. We know that unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation, and succeed together. Zest is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages professionals from underrepresented groups in technology and financial services to apply.

Our core values are Communication, Collaboration, Bias for Action, Client-centricity, and Heart. Learn more at Zest.ai and connect with us on Twitter @Zest_AI or our Insights blog (https://www.zest.ai/insights).