Branch is on a mission to make insurance less expensive, so more people can be covered. We use data, tech, and automation to simplify insurance from start to finish — cutting out the long, bait-and-switch quotes and unnecessary costs in the traditional insurance process. Then we pass those savings along to our members. The result? Prices in seconds. Hundreds in savings.
But we’re not just changing the way home and auto insurance works. We want to change what it means to “work in insurance,” too. Restoring insurance to its original purpose — a force for communal good. Together, we’re getting back to getting each other’s back.
Branch's Data & Business Analytics Team
Our Data & Business Analytics team works in the Branch Data Office to manage Branch's data environment and its supporting infrastructure. They unearth data stories and enable leaders to make informed data-driven business decisions that impact Branch's short and long term growth.
The Branch Data Environment
Branch has a unique approach to data and business analytics that makes them differentiated in the market. All data is carefully managed through an ETL tool into a cloud data lake. Branch is in the process of implementing a third party software to provide version control and automated testing support for maintaining SQL scripts that organize and process information within the data lake. The data team then shepherds the organization, documentation, and visualization of the data for end users to utilize. Use cases range from core Accounting / Finance infrastructure, daily KPI reporting in all business units, automation implementation, and core data product feature enablement. Data analysts work with departments to process requests, drive insights for the business, and build out many of the use cases from the data lake through end deliverables. Product managers work adjacent to the architects and analysts to shepherd requests from end users and ensure that the end result of requests are being achieved.
About the Analytics Engineer - Accounting role
The position will report directly to the Branch Data Office organization. You will work with the Accounting Department and be responsible for supporting the development, maintenance and reinvention of a variety of business intelligence tools, reports and automation necessary to support self-service within Branch Accounting.
This analyst will be responsible for all of the development tasks associated with data analytics and process automation. Analysts are de-facto querying experts expected to have a good understanding of all relevant data structures needed to monitor behaviors and identify trends for Accounting. Selecting appropriate data sets and assuming full ownership of the process to develop dashboards, easily digestible data visualizations and other reports to support a data driven operation are key responsibilities of this role.
This role will be assessed for level within the Data Analyst vertical based on experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing and maintaining dashboards, visualizations and other forms of ad-hoc reporting necessary to support truly data-driven business strategies.
- Troubleshooting, diagnosing and fixing issues within existing tools.
- Assist with automation design and problem-solving for Accounting and cross departmental intersections.
- Becoming a subject matter expert with a deep understanding of our Accounting data architecture and the different data sets we rely on to support the business intelligence needs for a fast paced department.
- Supporting and often owning the execution of all steps in our data analytics pipeline. (Data capture, data lake construction, data visualization and overall business analysis)
- Validating data and following best practices to guarantee quality, compliance and a positive experience for end users.
- Making recommendations to create an environment where ongoing optimization is an organic part of our development processes.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
- We are willing to invest in your development and help you grow along with the rest of the team. We are truly looking for someone with a strong technical background and a passion for continuous learning and continuous improvement.
- Statutory and GAAP Accounting exposure
- Strong basis in SQL is highly desirable, ideally within the google cloud environment.
- Experience designing and developing visualizations in QLik, Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar data visualization software
- Python or R introductions
- Data Engineering interest
Benefits
Why join us at Branch?
We don’t just get our member’s backs. When you’re a Brancher, we’ve got yours, too — starting with benefits that let you live and work to your fullest.
- Above-market salary — Branch is a data-driven company. So we do the math on salaries, too. If you get an offer from Branch, you can expect compensation that hits *above* the mark.
- Pay equity and transparency — Our pay isn’t just above market, it’s equitable. We let experience and performance drive your success, never your gender, race, orientation, or beliefs.
- Remote-first (with perks) — Work from where you’re most comfortable and expense your WFH set up and monthly internet. We’ve also got a Columbus HQ and Chicago hub if you like working in an office.
- “YouTime” — We don’t just let you control your own time off. We actually encourage you to use it. After your first year at Branch, we’ll even cover up to $1,000 towards your next vacation.
- Employee stock options — You’re not just a worker. All full-time employees are part-owners with your own stock options, so you’re personally invested in the company’s growth.
- Medical, Vision, Dental — Get all the coverage you need for a healthy, happy life. We’ll also contribute $150/month to a Health Savings Account (HSA), administered by Branch.
- 401k and contribution matching — Set yourself up for your future retirement. Branch helps you get there on time with a portion of your contributions matched each month.
About Branch
It’s time we see the forest through the trees.
At Branch, we think insurance has lost its way. We’re restoring insurance back to its original intent: a force for communal good. We’re getting back to getting each other's back.
Introducing Bundled Home & Auto Insurance powered by community.
At Branch, we are deeply committed to community. Branch is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants and/or employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.