Reporting Analyst

ABOUT THE ROLE:
Northern Bank is advancing its Reporting & Delivery capabilities to enable greater organizational performance and operational efficiency. We are seeking a Reporting Analyst who not only creates accurate reports and dashboards but also delivers insights with clarity and impact. This role calls for a professional who can present findings confidently, communicate effectively with diverse audiences, and build strong relationships across business units.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, curious, collaborative, and proactive. This role will partner with teams throughout the organization to design, maintain, and enhance reporting solutions that drive efficiency, empower decision-making, and align with strategic objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting & Visualization (50%)

• Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI and Excel.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency through rigorous quality and validity checks.
• Present findings and recommendations in a clear, professional manner to diverse audiences.

Requirements Gathering & Documentation (30%)

• Engage with stakeholders across departments (e.g., portfolio management, finance, compliance, IT) to understand reporting needs.
• Document business requirements, process flows, and training materials with precision and clarity.
• Facilitate communication between business and technical teams to ensure alignment and successful delivery.

Process Improvement (20%)

• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting processes and improve efficiency.
• Maintain process documentation and propose enhancements to reporting workflows.
• Stay open to new tools, techniques, and best practices to continuously improve reporting and delivery.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2+ years of experience in reporting, data analysis, or business analytics, preferably in financial services or technology.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Excellent active listening and presentation skills; ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI or Tableau preferred.
• Familiarity with process documentation tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart).
• Ability to adapt to change and learn new tools or methodologies quickly.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

NICE TO HAVES (Or Things You'll Get To Learn):

• Exposure to data modeling or predictive analytics concepts.
• Experience with cloud-based reporting platforms or data integration tools.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and collaborative development environments. ​​​​​​​

The salary range for this position is $70000 - $100000 per year

About Northern Bank & Trust Company

Northern Bank is a full-service bank dedicated to providing practical, common sense financial solutions to help our customers live their lives and grow their businesses. From deposit products to loans to payment and collections services, we work hands-on with our entrepreneurial customers, both locally and across the country, to provide the financial support they need to realize their personal and business goals. Founded in 1960, Northern Bank has assets of over $3 billion with 12 locations serving communities throughout Middlesex County. Northern Bank is a Member of the FDIC, and an Equal Housing Lender. For more information on online banking services, please visit or follow Northern Bank on Facebook (/NorthernBankM A/), Twitter (@northernbankma), Instagram (@northernbankma) and LinkedIn (company/northern-bank-ma/).