Director of Data Science/Analytics, Finance Operations
IL-Westmont
Corporate (External)
Req #: 14281
Type: Regular Full-Time
Overview: As one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brands in the industry, Crash Champions is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator (MSO) of high-quality collision repair service in the U.S. The company, which also operates the growing Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand of highline and luxury EV repair centers, services customers at more than 650 state-of-the-art locations in 38 states across the U.S. Crash Champions was founded in 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winner Matt Ebert. For more than 25 years, our vision has been anchored by the belief that delivering superior collision repair service is about People First. Welcome to Crash Champions. We Champion People. JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a data-driven Finance-Operations Director of Data Science/Analytics to enhance the strategic insights and analytics throughout organization. This role will partner with Finance, Operations, Business Development, and other departments to provide insightful analytics, automate reporting, and create predictive models that drive business performance. Responsibilities: * Financial & Operational Data Analysis: Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and financial models to track KPIs across departments. * Advanced Analytics & Predictive Modeling: Use machine learning and statistical techniques to forecast revenue, cost trends, and operational efficiency. * Cross-Functional Business Partnering: Work closely with Finance, Operations, Business Development, and other departments to translate complex data into actionable insights. * Automation & Process Improvement: Optimize data processes, automate reporting, and ensure real-time access to critical business metrics. * Data Governance & Quality: Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial and operational data across all reporting platforms. * Technology Stack & Tooling: Utilize SQL, Python, R, Power BI, or other analytics platforms to generate insights. Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field required. * 5-8+ years of experience in BI, Data Science, FP&A, or a related field. * Strong proficiency in SQL, Python (or R), and data visualization tools (Power BI). * Experience in financial modeling, revenue forecasting, and operational efficiency analytics. * Experience with Alteryx or AI-guided analytic software * Proficiency in data analytics and ad-hoc business analysis * Strong business acumen with the ability to translate data into strategic recommendations. * Prior experience at private equity owned company strongly preferred. * Experience in a high-growth environment preferred.
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