Sr Business Analyst, Advisor Compensation

Location(s): Atlanta, GA / La Vista, NE / Oakdale, MN / Scottsdale, AZ / St. Petersburg, FL. Hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of 4 days weekly in the office; applicants must be located at one of the listed hubs.

About the Role

The Senior Business and Systems Analyst serves as a subject matter expert in advisor compensation, financial systems, and broker-dealer operations. This role performs work requiring advanced knowledge in financial services, compensation structures, data tables, and systems integration, which is predominantly intellectual in character and requires consistent exercise of discretion and independent judgment. The Senior Analyst analyzes complex business and system challenges, interprets compensation and financial data, and designs strategic solutions that support organizational objectives. The role partners with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to lead initiatives related to broker-dealer acquisitions, system integrations, and compensation platform enhancements, operating with minimal supervision and significant autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis, interpretation, and translation of complex business, compensation, and system requirements into strategic and scalable solutions
• Apply advanced analytical methods to evaluate compensation data, identify trends and anomalies, and generate insights that inform business decisions
• Serve as a subject matter expert in advisor compensation structures, financial systems, and broker-dealer operations, providing guidance to strategic projects, business leaders, and stakeholders
• Design and recommend solutions to complex, non-routine business problems requiring independent judgment and evaluation of multiple variables
• Diagnose process inefficiencies and develop innovative enhancements, including system improvements, automation strategies, and advanced analytics solutions
• Provide expert oversight and direction for testing strategies (QA/UAT), ensuring alignment with complex compensation logic and regulatory considerations
• Interpret and apply compensation frameworks, financial models, and relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., FINRA considerations) in system and process design
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with departments such as Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Technology to resolve complex issues and align on strategic objectives
• Evaluate risks, competing priorities, and business constraints, exercising discretion to recommend and implement effective solutions
• Develop and deliver analytical frameworks, reporting models, and insights to support executive decision-making
• Influence system design, business processes, and integration strategies through expert analysis and recommendations
• Operate with minimal supervision, managing multiple complex initiatives simultaneously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) required in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Advanced certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA, or equivalent specialized credentials) strongly preferred
• Equivalent combination of advanced specialized education and experience demonstrating comparable professional knowledge may be considered
• 5+ years of experience in Business Analysis, Systems Analysis, or a similar analytical role within financial services or a related industry
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of compensation structures, financial data analysis, and/or broker-dealer operations
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in analyzing complex, non-routine business and financial problems
• Strong analytical capability, including the ability to synthesize complex and ambiguous information into actionable insights
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Excel, Alteryx, or comparable platforms) and ability to leverage and apply them to complex business scenarios
• Experience designing solutions for system integrations, business process improvements, and automation initiatives
• Ability to interpret complex data sets and make recommendations that influence business strategy and operational outcomes
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple high-impact initiatives concurrently
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and Six Sigma methodologies, business process modeling, and enterprise systems
• Exceptional ability to communicate technical data clearly to non-technical stakeholders (often referred to as business storytelling)
• Ability to map current-state workflows (using flowcharts or data models) to identify bottlenecks and efficiency opportunities

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Broker Dealer Compensation
• Knowledge of advisor compensation models and regulatory frameworks
• FINRA Series 7 and Series 24 licenses
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and large-scale system integrations

Pay

$95,000 - $120,000 per year + annual performance-based bonus. Actual compensation offered will be determined individually based on job-related factors, including location, skills, licensure, experience, and education.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time away
• Volunteer days
• Additional benefits available; visit Osaic Benefits for more details