South Pole

Lead Operations & Finance Analyst, Climate Advisory

South Pole

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Mexico City • Mexico

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

SQL

About the role

  • Design, build, and maintain mission-critical reporting dashboards, primarily using Power BI , to visualise key performance indicators (KPIs), operational metrics, and individual team performance.
  • Write and optimise complex SQL queries to extract, transform, and load data from various sources (e.g. Salesforce, project management tools, HR tool) for analytical use.
  • Conduct ad-hoc data analysis and modelling to diagnose operational gaps, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations to leadership.
  • Execute rigorous data quality assurance checks and implement automated validation scripts to ensure the integrity of core platforms.
  • Assist the Director of Operations and the Finance team by compiling, cleaning, and organising the operational data required for annual budgeting and monthly forecasting.
  • Prepare standardised financial data exports and reports to help Finance track project profitability, utilisation rates, and margin trends.
  • Perform initial data reconciliations to identify discrepancies between actual results and forecasts, flagging issues for further review by the Director or Finance.
  • Act as the technical point of contact for the Finance department to ensure that the data flowing from operational tools (like Salesforce, AQ) into financial models is accurate and complete.
  • Identify, design, and implement scalable processes and tools that enhance team efficiency, consistency, and compliance across the Climate Advisory function.
  • Provide timely, day-to-day operational support , proactively resolving technical issues related to project tracking and data reporting.
  • Conduct necessary administrative and operational tasks, including data compilation and analysis, to meet time-sensitive team objectives.
  • Lead training sessions for the Advisory team on how to interpret dashboards.

Requirements

  • Degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in data analytics or highly technical operational roles.
  • Proven track record of building and maintaining complex Power BI dashboards and managing data pipelines.
  • Expert SQL Skills: Strong understanding of SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
  • Power BI Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Power BI (including DAX and Power Query) with the ability to build sophisticated visualisations from scratch.
  • Analytical Proficiency: Exceptional ability to work with large, disparate datasets and translate them into actionable insights.
  • Financial Literacy & Data Awareness: Solid understanding of core financial concepts (e.g., budgeting, project profitability, and revenue recognition) and the ability to translate these into technical data requirements.
  • Process & Detail Orientation: Demonstrated ability to identify bottlenecks, design automated solutions, and uphold exceptional attention to detail.
  • Communication: Excellent English oral and written skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proactive & Independent: Highly self-motivated with a proactive, ownership-driven approach and the adaptability to navigate a rapidly changing operational landscape.
Benefits
  • Flexible working hours
  • Flexible workplace (home office)
  • Above-average vacation allowances
  • Options to buy up to 5 extra days of time off
  • Life Insurance
  • Access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (TELUS Health)
  • Competitive Paid Parental leave
  • Compassionate Leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
SQLPower BIDAXPower Querydata analysisdata modellingdata quality assurancedata extractiondata transformationdata reconciliation
Soft Skills
analytical proficiencycommunicationprocess orientationdetail orientationproactiveindependentproblem-solvingteam collaborationtrainingstrategic thinking