Senior Business Analyst, Fintech

Optasia is a fully-integrated B2B2X financial technology platform covering scoring, financial decisioning, disbursement & collection. We provide a versatile AI Platform powering financial inclusion, delivering responsible financing decision-making and driving a superior business model & strong customer experience with presence in 30 Countries anchored by 7 Regional Offices.

We are seeking enthusiastic professionals, with energy, who are results driven and have can-do attitude, who want to be part of a team of likeminded individuals who are delivering solutions in an innovative and exciting environment. As member of the
Business Intelligence
team in Optasia, you will be a significant contributor of company's data-driven decision making and profits optimization. You will show extensive experience of providing business insights and building BI tools and dashboards and as part of a broader team of 60 people, you will be working closely with Data Engineers, Credit Risk Analysts, Data Scientists as well as Commercial and Product stakeholders.

What you will do

• Conducting ad-hoc and scheduled reporting analysis for a variety of projects on a daily base
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into analytical solutions

• Communicate with clients to understand their needs and drive analysis based on their requirements

• Presenting insights and results to clients in a clear and impactful manner

• Developing well-organized, insightful dashboards and KPIs to support strategic business decisions
• Being able to articulate business requirements and communicating effectively
• Desiring to learn new skills and improving existing ones

What you will bring

• Bachelor/Master's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Mathematical Sciences, or Business from an accredited institution
• At least 5 years of experience as a Business Intelligence Analyst or Business Analyst or a similar role
• Strong analytical skills, evidence of providing data driven business insights
• Advanced SQL skills (PostgreSQL, NoSQL databases)
• Hands-on experience on BI software and tools; like Qlik Sense, MS Power BI will be considered a plus
• Base knowledge of technical tools such as Unix shell scripting, Python and Apache Hadoop Platform will be considered a plus
• Experience using Jira and Confluence; our basic workflow management tool
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office with an advanced knowledge of Excel
• At least one-year experience in a relevant industry; mobile and/or financial
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills resulting in action oriented recommendations

Your key attributes

• Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills with the ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast paced, and team-oriented environment
• Passion for exploring data, providing insights and eagerness to collaborate with other creative minds
• Enthusiastic, curious, and innovative team member with a drive to deliver detail-oriented quality initiatives
• Experience in working with secure code development guidelines and coding practices (i.e. OWASP, NIST)

Why you should apply
What we offer:

Flexible remote working

Competitive remuneration package

Extra day off on your birthday

Performance-based bonus scheme

Comprehensive private healthcare insurance

All the tech gear you need to work smart

Optasia's Perks:

Be a part of a multicultural working environment

Meet a very unique and promising business and industry

Gain insights for tomorrow market's foreground

A solid career path within our working family is ready for you

Continuous training and access to online training platforms

CSR activities and festive events within any possible occasion

Enjoy comfortable open space restaurant with varied meal options every day

Wellbeing activities access such as free on-site yoga classes, plus available squash court on our premises

Optasia's Values

#1 Drive to Thrive:
Fully dedicated to evolving. We welcome all challenges and learning opportunities.

#2 Customer-First Mindset:
We go above and beyond to meet our partners' and clients' expectations.

#3 Bridge the Gap:
Knowledge is shared, information is exchanged and every opinion counts.

#4 Go-Getter Spirit:
We are results oriented. We identify any shortcomings that hold us back and step up to do what's needed.

#5 Together we will do it:
We are committed to supporting one another and to understanding and respecting different perspectives, as we aim to reach our common goals.