Anaplan Model Builder

Lead Analyst - Anaplan Model Builder

At Aristocrat, our mission is to enrich life with happiness through play, and we seek an exceptional Anaplan Model Builder to join our renowned team! As a guide Anaplanner within our Finance Systems team, you will be responsible for the development of predictive models, aiding the Finance Systems Director in formulating efficient tools. This position provides a fulfilling opportunity for a skilled individual to shape our organization and redefine our financial systems. If you are driven, committed, and prepared to contribute to an elite team, this opportunity is tailored for you!

What You'll Do

• Develop data applications, including operational reports, dashboards, scorecards, and automated reports.

• Analyze data to ensure accurate output, solve issues, and perform data integrity testing.

• Mature the Anaplan Center of Excellence (COE) and establish governance and end-to-end solution architecture across the Anaplan platform.

• Deliver independent system solutions for Anaplan issues and improvements; serve as a point of escalation for complex problems.

• Handle Data Integrations and Data HUB, partnering with extended IT teams such as integration and Data Warehouse.

• Transform and implement multi-dimensional structures to support business processes.

• Provide technical direction in the implementation of large-scale Anaplan projects.

• Anticipate implementation obstacles and develop specifications and processes that leverage systems.

• Participate in data analysis and invent using development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies.

• Apply a deep understanding of financial technology solutions and multi-functional connections to align tactical requirements with strategic goals that improve operational efficiencies significantly.

• Secure accurate oversight and supervision of applications by partnering with internal controls colleagues to ensure compliance and standard practices.

• Foster innovation within the organization to build new solutions that enable business results and improve finance application delivery.

• Work closely with the head of Financial Systems located in Australia to pinpoint opportunities for improvement and support the effective utilization of the system.

What We're Looking For

• 6-8 years of demonstrated ability coordinating Finance Systems or application development related to forecasting.

• Possessing certification in Anaplan and preferably being a Master Anaplanner.

• Relevant corporate finance experience with knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting functions and related processes.

• Good understanding of Anaplan architecture, gathering business requirements, and writing business rules.

• Experience with Anaplan modules – building, linking, and applying appropriate dimensionality.

• Understanding sparsity within Anaplan and modifying lists/subsets to achieve efficient sparsity.

• Anaplan dashboard experience – designing in new UX to drive a user-friendly experience.

• Experience with ERPs and cloud-based tools.

• Proficient in Anaplan development with a solid grasp of standard methods for model construction.

• Technical experience writing SQL queries and using ETL/scheduling tools.

• Understanding of upstream business systems and how they fit into Finance processes, working closely with multi-functional teams to identify process gaps, develop, implement, and maintain controls.

• Experience developing or supporting Finance models on GL Reporting, Driver-Based Forecasting, Scenario Planning, Profitability, Workforce Management, and Supply Chain is an added advantage.

• Established capability to question the existing standards and adeptly implement process improvements.

• Proactive, well-organized, and delivery-focused with a focus on process improvement (LEAN experience is beneficial).

• Ability to effectively work under stress, handling multiple priorities.

• Open and flexible, including ways of working and across different time zones.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

None

Additional Information

This role is subject to mandatory background screening and regulatory approvals. As part of your employment with Aristocrat, you may be required to complete a criminal background check, submit fingerprints, and obtain licenses or registrations with applicable gaming regulatory authorities.

Aristocrat operates in a highly regulated environment and holds licenses in over 340 gaming jurisdictions worldwide. To meet our global compliance obligations, you will be required to provide the disclosure of relevant personal and background information to government agencies, sovereign nations/tribal regulators, and other applicable gaming regulatory bodies. This is a condition of Aristocrat’s gaming licenses. The specific information required may vary depending on the jurisdiction and project assignment.

At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Experience Level

Senior Level