Anaplan Systems Analyst at The Trade Desk in San Jose, CA

Summary: The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world’s leading independent platform for digital advertising. The Anaplan Systems Analyst will be responsible for the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Anaplan solutions, collaborating with various teams to design, develop, and implement features within the platform. Responsibilities: - Manage the ongoing system maintenance of Anaplan, including maintenance or development of lists, modules, and dashboards, data flow and integrations - Work with various business teams and build Anaplan solutions as assigned - Prepare and review documentation for current processes, model structures, and assumptions for Anaplan system - Identify gaps and opportunities for automation that will streamline workflows and processes - Perform systems analysis work, root cause analysis, provide technical solutions and conduct requirements gathering and analysis following the Agile methodology - Complete regular audit tasks as requested by internal and external auditors - Collaborate with business users and provide broad support for user testing, data reconciliation, documentation and training Required Qualifications: - Advanced MS Office skills required - Anaplan model builder certificate required - BS in Business Analytics or related field - Able to design develop modeling solutions without explicit direction - Ability to write complex formulas in Excel or other business modeling technologies and troubleshoot complex data issues - Ability to convert business requirements to Anaplan models with associated modules, lists, line items, and calculations as supported by multi-dimensional Anaplan platform - Ability to critically evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile inconsistencies, break down high-level concepts into details, and distinguish user requests from underlying business needs - Familiarity with financial management systems and financial modeling; a good understanding of accounting principles, and Financial Planning & Analysis - Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, handle and prioritize simultaneous requests - Creative and analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills - Organized, focused, self-directed, and innovative - Must demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills, along with a positive and can-do attitude Preferred Qualifications: - 1+ years of Anaplan experience desired - Good understanding of Anaplan best practices and functionality desired - Prior experiences with Commissions, Business Intelligence, and Forecast tools preferred - Prior experiences working in a SCRUM or agile environment preferred Required Skills: Anaplan, Anaplan model building, Anaplan best practices, MS Office, Excel formulas, Business modeling technologies, Financial management systems, Financial modeling, Accounting principles, Financial Planning & Analysis, SCRUM, Agile methodology Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, Retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, Short and long-term disability coverage, Basic life insurance, Well-being benefits, Reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, Parental leave, Sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, Vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, Around 13 paid holidays per year, Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.