Job Title: Anaplan Consultant
PRINCIPALS ONLY - NO AGENCIES
Location: Remote / New York, NY
Employment Type: W2/1099/C2C contract
Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level
Industry: Financial Services
About the Role:
A global leader in the financial services industry is seeking an experienced Anaplan Consultant to play a pivotal role in enhancing their enterprise planning capabilities. This role is critical in driving the implementation and optimization of Anaplan solutions to support the company's complex financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. The ideal candidate will collaborate with senior stakeholders to design and deliver scalable models that align with the organization’s strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end implementation of Anaplan projects, including requirements gathering, solution design, model building, testing, and deployment.
- Partner with finance, operations, and IT teams to understand business objectives and translate them into robust Anaplan models.
- Architect and design efficient, scalable Anaplan solutions that meet the high standards of a global financial institution.
- Integrate Anaplan with existing enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Salesforce) using REST APIs and other advanced integration tools.
- Provide thought leadership on Anaplan best practices, model optimization, and data integration strategies.
- Conduct training sessions and workshops to ensure that internal teams are proficient in Anaplan and can fully leverage its capabilities.
- Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful completion within the framework of a large, complex organization.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during the implementation process, maintaining the reliability and performance of Anaplan solutions.
- Document processes, designs, and project progress, providing regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Key Qualifications:
Technical Expertise:
- Extensive experience with Anaplan, including model building, dashboard creation, and data integration.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or JavaScript for integration tasks.
- Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and enterprise-level financial processes.
- Experience with integrating Anaplan with enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Salesforce).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Project Management:
- Proven experience managing large-scale Anaplan implementation projects within a complex, global organization.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Expertise in Agile project management methodologies and tools.
Business Acumen:
- Deep understanding of financial services, with the ability to translate complex business processes into effective Anaplan solutions.
- Experience engaging with senior stakeholders, understanding their strategic objectives, and advising on Anaplan’s role in achieving them.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to senior, non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking.
- High level of adaptability and a proactive approach to learning new technologies and methodologies.
Why Apply?
- Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that directly influence the strategic planning and decision-making processes of a leading global financial institution.
- Professional Growth: Gain unparalleled experience and professional development opportunities within a dynamic and prestigious environment.
- Collaborative Culture: Work with top-tier professionals in a collaborative, innovative, and knowledge-sharing environment.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.