ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Work independently and with a team to solve problems involving complex and large data sets.
Write SQL and Python applications and scripts to solve the problems presented to GT by its clients.
Create, manage, and utilize high performance relational databases (e.g. MS SQL Server).
Create and explain complex analytic findings and techniques using both written and verbal reports.
Motivate others to perform at maximum efficiency without sacrificing quality of the services delivered.
Qualifications - External
Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Engineering is preferred. Equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience will be considered.
REQUIRED: Significant experience and proficiency with relational database models and writing SQL queries.
REQUIRED: Significant experience and proficiency writing Python based applications.
Experience with common data analysis libraries (e.g. pandas, numby) preferred.
Experience with common python web frameworks (e.g. flask, Django) preferred.
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. QlikView, Tableau) preferred.
Able to work independently and drive results.
A passion for learning and working effectively in a nimble environment.
Proficiency in UNIX/Linux is a plus.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to travel on short notice and work additional hours as necessary.
Chicago, IL
Grant Thornton LLP is the American member firm of Grant Thornton International, the seventh largest accounting network in the world by combined fee income. Grant Thornton LLP is the sixth largest U.S. accounting and advisory organization. The firm operates 59 offices across the US with approximately 7,000 employees, 550 partners, and produces annual revenue in excess of US$1.74 billion.
Headquartered in Chicago, Grant Thornton LLP has three service lines: audit, tax, and advisory services. Specific advisory services and areas of expertise include: Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, mergers and acquisitions advice, tax, and business valuations. Target industries include construction, distribution, energy, financial services, food and beverage, health care, hospitality and restaurants, life sciences, manufacturing, not-for-profit organizations, private equity, public sector, real estate, retail, technology, and transportation