Senior Data Analyst

Primary Job Title Data Analyst - Senior Location Chicago, IL (70 W Madison St, 8th Fl) Onsite Flexibility Hybrid Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 2 months (End Date: June 30th) Start: ASAP Pay Rate: $55.00–$60.00 / Hour (USD) Shift / Schedule: 40 hours per week Overtime: No Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. About the Role Line of Business: Financial Crime / AML – Payments & Wires Analytics What the LOB Does: Supports AML monitoring and compliance for payments data (wires and SWIFT) by developing, validating, and reconciling rule-based reporting. The team ensures migrated rules accurately replicate legacy system outputs, documents discrepancies, and supports regulatory and compliance objectives. Why the Role is Open: • Migrating ~30 AML rules/reports from a legacy platform to SAS Viya • Running parallel comparisons between old and new systems • Reconciling results at record level • Identifying and documenting discrepancies (e.g., data availability, date logic changes) • Refining SAS Viya logic to align as closely as possible with legacy outputs • Producing final, well-documented reconciliation artifacts This is not a coding-heavy role. Code largely exists; the focus is on analysis, validation, and explanation of results. Project Description: Migrating rules from one system to another system, including validation, reconciliation, and documentation of business logic. Extension/Conversion Potential: • Extension: Maybe (If project requires) • Conversion to FTE: No Job Summary The Senior Data Analyst will support a large AML rule migration by analyzing and reconciling outputs between a legacy platform and SAS Viya. This role is focused on business reporting and analytical judgment, not quantitative modeling or algorithm development. Key Responsibilities • Execute and validate AML rules in SAS Viya • Compare outputs against legacy systems • Investigate discrepancies down to record-level detail • Determine whether differences can be resolved or must be documented • Produce clear documentation explaining variances and logic changes • Communicate findings to stakeholders in clear, business-friendly language Required Skills • 5–7 years of experience in Data Analytics or Business Reporting • Strong SQL (joins, aggregations, CTEs) • SAS experience (Base, DATA step, PROC SQL) or strong SQL with ability to adapt to SAS • Proven experience interpreting results and explaining why differences exist • Strong business acumen with the ability to translate ambiguity into clear requirements • Curious and inquisitive, with strong problem-solving skills • Detail-oriented with a data quality and validation mindset • Clear, concise communicator who can present technical findings in business-friendly language • Stakeholder-focused and collaborative team player • Organized, process-driven, and results-oriented • Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, change-driven environment • High integrity with a strong compliance and governance mindset Preferred Skills • AML domain experience • Financial services background • Payments data experience: Wires, SWIFT, Payments data more broadly • Prior experience with system or rule migrations • Familiarity with SAS Viya Selling Points of the Position • High-impact, short-term project with clearly defined deliverables • Opportunity to work on system migration and rule modernization • Exposure to AML and financial crime analytics • Hybrid work environment • Hands-on, ownership-driven role with strong stakeholder visibility Interview Process 1 round - panel / 1/2 virtual Benefits • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans • 401k Retirement Fund About the Client Leading global commercial real estate services and investments. We provide data-driven solutions for all clients across sectors and geographies. Leverage our market insights and technology to transform your business. Join our team for career growth; we offer a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with global resources. About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity! Job Number 26-04717