Reporting & Business Manager Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the reporting & business manager position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for platforms to enable business to develop custom, data-driven and responsive visualizations and dashboards based on business requirements and input from the business partners using various reporting tools/platforms (eg- SSRS, Power BI, Tableau, etc.).

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Access and PowerPoint and data tools such as MicroStrategy, SQL, SAS, Spotfire, Tableau
• Knowledge relating project management principles
• Strong Business Partnership Skills – Able to build broad-based business relationships across the organization using influencing skills while resolving conflict with minimal noise
• Development of reporting and metrics processes
• Solid understanding of Business Intelligence and architectural principles of data warehousing
• Extensive knowledge in planning, monitoring and implementation of BI projects
• Understanding of OLAP, SQL, RDBMS design, preferably for the healthcare business
• Understanding of data modeling and design considerations for analytical systems, preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the reporting & business manager position.

Previously, I was responsible for governance over access to production data and database in order to safeguard customer and other sensitive data.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Able to work effectively in matrix reporting environment
• Experience leading change effort for global Finance transformation initiatives, and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies and tools
• Strong business acumen and deep skills in learning and development, communication, technology change, organization design and process design
• Experience implementing Business Intelligence / Business Analytics solutions – Experience with Business Objects would be very helpful
• Builds strong networks within and across functions, geography, with senior leadership and external partners
• Develops and implements effective communication plans to keep team/organization informed on processes and changes
• Manage complex data and be comfortable with ambiguity especially related to data from different systems
• Work effectively in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines

Please consider me for the reporting & business manager opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for training programs for self-service reporting tools to finance users and external partners who may require access to the financial results and underlying data tools.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Successful track record demonstrating continuous improvement in work process quality
• Demonstrated advanced oral and written communication skills with all levels of an organization
• Experience leading & facilitating medium to large meetings with a wide range of stakeholders for the purpose of accomplishing the Business Analysis process
• Highly skilled in problem solving, interpersonal relationships in the workplace and conflict resolution
• Demonstrates a leadership presence and is highly customer-focused
• Experience using WebFocus or other report building and business intelligence tools (MSBI, Oracle Business Intelligence or Hyperion, Microstrategy or others) is preferred
• MS Access or other data base proficiency preferred
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, listening, written documentation, influencing, facilitation, presentation skills for technical or business audiences regardless of level

I am excited to be applying for the position of reporting & business manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for continuous evaluation of business requirements and data availability to drive the development and implementation of solutions for automation, standardization and improvement of processes, reporting, analysis, metrics and tools.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Analytical skills for technical problems (conceptualization) and global vision
• Foster an environment / culture that that promotes service to the business, quality, encourages productivity, innovation, process improvement, teamwork and a high level of professionalism
• Thrives in a fast paced environment, managing multiple deadlines, competing priorities and changes to processes
• Advanced Excel & Microsoft Office Suite, Cognos, SAP or associated ERP system experience
• Technical experience/exposure
• Co-chairing regular management meetings and participating in governance forums to present and discuss on Metrics and Controls related items
• Graduate or post graduate background in Banking & Finance or related disciplines
• Solid experience and understanding of how the General Insurance industry work, and the primary drivers behind financial performance

Please consider me for the reporting & business manager opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for requirements and data analysis to help drive business intelligence reporting and uses that data to support trending of program progress.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Work on cross-functional teams and help drive consensus to meet project objectives
• Execute complex projects
• Build strong interpersonal relationships, influence agendas, and accomplish results
• Display high standards of work ethic and learning agility
• Exhibit professional communication skills (verbal and written)
• Familiarity will different financial reporting systems
• Prior experience using SQL to extract and combine data