[Remote] Associate Director- Private Equity Analytics

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CrossCountry Consulting is an advisory firm focused on creating a positive experience for clients and employees. The Associate Director in Private Equity Analytics will oversee a range of data transformation projects, provide strategic counsel, and lead teams to deliver tailored solutions for clients in the private equity sector.ResponsibilitiesOversee a wide range of Data Transformation & Analytics projects, spanning performance analytics, transaction support, forecasting, and AI-enabled solutionsBring a diligent mindset to build innovative solutions for clients leveraging data for performance analytics and insights in connection with transformational events, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), divestitures, carve-outs, and exit preparednessUtilize core accounting and financial due diligence skills to ensure data is reconciled and built at the transaction level, leading to supportable and auditable performance metricsProvide strategic counsel to corporate and private equity leaders, including direct access to strategists, decision-makers, operating executives, managing directors, CFOs, and corporate development officersPerform data extraction, transformation, modeling, visualization, benchmarking, and various descriptive and predictive analyses to help clients make better decisionsLead high-performing teams in data analytics, consulting, and/or private equity, combining technical knowledge, analytics, and visualization to drive valuable business and commercial insightsCultivate new client relationships and deepen existing ones. Guide clients and teams along their analytics journey, aligning with their strategic vision, crafting a practical roadmap, and supporting implementationLead data-driven discussions in management meetings, translating complex findings into clear, strategic recommendations for due diligence and transaction modelsContribute to developing and implementing firm-approved, AI-enabled solutions for clients, in accordance with company policies on data protection, intellectual property, and professional standardsStay informed about emerging AI tools and techniques and collaborate with firm leadership to identify compliant opportunities to enhance client solutions and internal processesSuggest methods and leverage tools to automate the client’s end-to-end process from data extraction and preparation to reporting in support of performance analyticsContribute to the creation of forecasting and predictive analytics modelsDevelop and support thought leadership and intellectual capital, using data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-makingContribute to the continuous improvement of the fast-growing practiceMentor team members by coaching colleagues, providing regular ongoing feedback and annual performance reviews, and helping project teams resolve multi-faceted issuesPlay an active role in attracting, interviewing, hiring, and retaining top TalentFoster business development opportunities by networking within existing clients, participating on proposal teams in securing new client work, and generating leads from a network outside of existing client workSkills9+ years of relevant experience involving a combination of financial due diligence for transaction services and data analyticsExtensive ability and proven skills in data processing tools such as Alteryx, PowerQuery, Excel, SQL, Python, and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or similarStrong business acumen and critical thinking skills to draw meaningful insights from robust underlying dataExperience in SaaS, Industrial Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer Products, Retail, and/or Professional Services industries, including analytics around ARR cube and snowball, revenue/margin and price-volume, and/or cash collections waterfallExperience in functional areas like supply chain, operations, and corporate financeExperience with advanced analytical methods, including statistical pricing studies, customer lifetime value analyses, customer persistency/retention analyses, geospatial analyses, and statistical clustering analysesExperience in business integrations, divestitures, or carve-outs including experience with quantitative and qualitative analysisTransactions experience focused on quality of earnings, net working capital, and cash flowsComfort with AI: Demonstrated ability to responsibly explore and adopt firm-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovationContinuous Learning Mindset: Openness to learning and applying emerging technologies including AI and automation in alignment with firm policies and client standardsA passion for developing and maintaining client relationships. Ability to interact, communicate, and present effectively with internal teams and external clientsExperience mentoring junior team members and assisting project teams in resolving complex and multi-faceted issuesWillingness to travel to client sites when necessaryBachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or similar disciplineCA / CIMA / CFA / MBA preferredCertification in Databricks / Snowflake / Alteryx / PowerBI / Tableau preferredWillingness to travel based on client preferencesBenefitsComprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverageFlexible spending accountsA 401(k) with company matchingGenerous parental and maternity leave policiesTechnology stipendsWellness reimbursement programsCompany OverviewCrossCountry Consulting is a provider of customized finance, accounting, human capital, operations and technology consulting services. It was founded in 2011, and is headquartered in Mclean, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/.