Financial Data Scientist
Job-ID: 16360; Location(s): Broomfield, CO
Job Description Summary
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Financial Data Scientist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Python, R, SQL, Excel, and tools like Snowflake and Power BI. You’ll work with large financial datasets to build predictive models, perform statistical analysis, and deliver insights that support strategic decisions. A strong understanding of machine learning and financial valuation is essential, along with the ability to clearly communicate complex findings to non-technical stakeholders. This role blends technical expertise with collaboration and a focus on accuracy, service, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do:
Business Intelligence and Data Visualization
- Analyze large and complex datasets to identify key trends, patterns, and performance drivers
- Ensure data integrity and accuracy within business intelligence platforms through ongoing validation and monitoring
- Translate business needs into clear technical specifications for data and reporting solutions
- Manage and optimize databases, including the design, development, and testing of data capture, transformation, and integration processes
- Clean, filter, and validate data; troubleshoot reporting errors and resolve performance issues
- Continuously improve data workflows and quality control processes to enhance the reliability and value of analytics
- Provide oversight for testing, support, and quality assurance efforts related to data systems and BI initiatives
- Establish and maintain policies and procedures for data collection, processing, and analysis
- Partner with IT to support the implementation of software and hardware upgrades aligned with analytics and reporting needs
- Monitor the effectiveness of financial models and reporting strategies, recommending adjustments as necessary
- Evaluate and apply new analytical techniques and methodologies to enhance reporting capabilities
- Lead and support project management efforts for business intelligence initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals
Reporting
- Generate standard or custom reports summarizing business, financial, or economic data for review by executives, managers, sales, marketing and other stakeholders.
- Synthesize current business intelligence or trend data to support recommendations for action.
- Collect business intelligence data from available industry reports, public information, field reports, or purchased sources.
- Develop the automation of recurring reports and support ad-hoc requests as needed.
Forecasting
- Develop and implement predictive models to forecast financial outcomes such as revenue, expenses, and market trends.
- Produce and update the monthly finance forecast and annual sales budget, integrating historical trends, external market signals, and inputs from marketing and sales.
Other
- Assists with questions regarding sales performance, deviations from forecast, potential countermeasures, pricing, etc.
- Proactively develop, coordinate, conduct and/or provide training for users as needed
- Supports Finance and cross-functional teams as needed and/or required.
- Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
- Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.
- May be required to travel up to 10% of the time
- Complies with safety rules and guidelines
What We're Looking For:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong programming and analytical skills using tools such as Python, R, SQL, Excel (including macros/scripting) for data analysis, modeling, and reporting.
- Experience working with large datasets and modern data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, SAP, Redshift) along with proficiency in Power BI for dashboarding and data storytelling.
- Solid foundation in statistics, machine learning, and financial modeling, with the ability to analyze, interpret, and present complex data to support business decisions.
- Deep understanding of financial concepts and business drivers, with the ability to apply this knowledge in a data science context.
- Skilled in querying, reporting tools, and working with relational databases and cloud-based data solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrated strengths in problem-solving, critical thinking, attention to detail, and a methodical, self-driven approach to tasks and projects.
- Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
- Strong attention to detail, time management skills and a self-starter approach.
Education, Certification/License & Work Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, or a related field.
- 5-7+ years of relevant work experience required
- Industry experience strongly encouraged
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Viega, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions we have in the future.
Total Rewards Package:
Compensation
- Base: $89,000 to $122,000 annually, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
- Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Wellness Program
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
- Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contribution
- Time Off Programs – 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days
Application Window
- Posting date: 08/12/2025
- The application deadline for this job is: 09/12/2025
Your contact person:
Johnathan Nuthall
#LI-Hybrid
Nearest Major Market: Denver