Impact Data Analyst
Impact Data Analyst
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*This position will be based in one of the following office locations: St. Louis MO; Austin TX; Greenville SC; or New Orleans LA.*
Description
Advantage Capital is an impact investor dedicated to using the lever of capital access to increase economic mobility lift up underserved communities create quality affordable housing and generate renewable energy. Our core business line has invested $2.5B in nearly 800 small businesses the vast majority in highly distressed urban and rural neighborhoods. The firm has built a strong and successful track record of publicprivate partnerships with state and federal economic development organizations creating over 70000 permanent quality jobs and facilitating the flow of billions of added investment dollars into these communities. Founded in 1992 Advantage employs over 180 people in offices across the country including St. Louis New Orleans New York Austin and Napa.
Advantages Partner Services (ACPS) business line provides advisory services to third parties largely in the area of New Markets Tax Credit finance helping businesses CDEs and investors accomplish their financial and programmatic goals. In addition to assisting with application preparation revolving loan fund management and CDE operational support ACPS helps QALICBs access NMTC financing from outside CDEs through education structuring negotiation and closing. To date ACPS Project consultants have collectively closed over $750 million in NMTC transactions in their careers.
Location: St. Louis MO; Austin TX Greenville SC or New Orleans LA
Job Summary:
As an Impact Data Analyst you will play a critical role in supporting our New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) advisory services by contributing to the submission of highly competitive federal applications and supporting the marketing and closing of NMTC financing transactions.
In this role you will develop a deep understanding of diverse business models and gain comprehensive knowledge of the NMTC program and impactdriven investing. You will gain handson experience implementing advanced Excel formulas and VBA coding developing datadriven insights supporting capitalraising for highimpact projects and occasional financial modeling. You will engage directly with upper management collaborate with a dynamic team of experienced professionals and learn the intricacies of NMTC traditional investment parameters and Advantagespecific impact metrics. Beyond technical expertise youll develop strategic thinking through brainstorming problemsolving and bringing ideas to fruition all while responding to realworld challenges in communitydriven investment. This role provides a strong foundation for professionals looking to expand their knowledge enhance their quantitative and qualitative skills and build a wellrounded understanding of financial and impact analysis in a fastpaced missiondriven environment.
We are seeking candidates who are analytical detailoriented and proficient in quantitative analysis and Excel modeling with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights that support broader community investment strategies and specific NMTC financial transactions.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelors degree in economics finance business data analytics or a related field or 24 years of relevant experience.
Strong quantitative analysis skills with proficiency in Excel modeling and advanced formulas.
Ability to work with large datasets conduct data cleaning and extract key insights for strategic decisionmaking.
Strong mathematics and analytical skills with critical attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas effectively to diverse audiences.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to problemsolving innovation and identifying new opportunities.
Selfdriven and highly motivated with the ability to take initiative work independently and deliver highquality results in a fastpaced environment.
Strong time management and proven ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities.
Preferred:
Experience analyzing large public datasets ensuring data integrity and applying researchdriven methodologies for decisionmaking.
Experience training individuals in data research and analytics financial modeling and/or Excelbased tools to enhance efficiency and data proficiency.
Familiarity with Power BI and/or VBA is a plus.
Responsibilities
Create and maintain Excelbased models that allow for tracking and analysis of community investment activity to support datadriven decisionmaking.
Research and compile insightful company industry and impact data.
Conduct quantitative analysis of data sets including past and prospective investmentrelated data.
Perform data cleaning to enhance quality and reliability.
Train team members on new tools and essential Excel skills to improve workflow efficiency.
Perks at Advantage Capital
Competitive medical dental and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Employee assistance program
Employee stock program
Paid personal & vacation time
Life insurance disability and longterm care
HRA and HSA with annual company deposit
Firmwide retreats
Service awards
Company swag
Holiday parties
Gym membership
Training & development opportunities
Paid parental leave
Community service opportunities
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
