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Operations & Analytics Associate

Blue Cypress
Phoenix, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

About Blue Cypress

We are a pioneering incubator and accelerator dedicated to transforming the association and non-profit sector. We invest in companies at both the start-up and growth stages. Through our investment and infrastructure, we empower organizations within our family to not just participate in the future, but to shape it, utilizing cutting-edge technology, especially artificial intelligence (AI).

Our extensive experience in the sector and support services in finance, HR, operations, sales, and marketing allow our companies to focus on their core strengths. Simultaneously, our in-house experts navigate the constantly evolving landscape of technology and business trends, keeping our companies ahead of the curve.

As part of the Blue Cypress network, organizations stand at the vanguard of innovation in the non-profit world. In addition, we have a powerful distribution flywheel with well over 1,000 clients across our family of businesses. As a result, our family member companies gain access to a large and rapidly growing client base.

Our Core Purpose at Blue Cypress is :

Fueling Innovation to Maximize Social Sector Impact

Through our dedication to growth and transformation, we aim to bring transformative business solutions to the social sector space.

About You

You are a highly analytical and process-driven problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, data-driven environments. You aren’t interested in a traditional HR or accounting job—you’re looking for a role where you can apply critical thinking, automation, and optimization to operations and financial workflows.

You enjoy solving puzzles , identifying inefficiencies, and making data-backed recommendations. You’re obsessed with details , but you also see the big picture. You're curious, ambitious, and thrive in environments that demand high ownership and accountability.

You have an initial foundation in business operations, finance, or analytics , and you’re looking for a role that will expose you to multiple business functions, helping you grow into a high-impact leadership position.

Job Summary

At Blue Cypress, we are looking for an Operations & Analytics Associate to support and optimize critical processes in finance, people operations, and systems management. Reporting directly to the Corporate CFO, this role is ideal for someone who is early in their career, eager to learn, and excited about a mix of operational, financial, and analytical responsibilities.

You will work cross-functionally across people operations, payroll, benefits, financial reporting, and process automation , ensuring seamless execution while constantly looking for ways to streamline, improve, and automate our internal operations.

Key Responsibilities

People Operations & Workforce Analytics

  • Own and refine onboarding & offboarding processes, ensuring seamless transitions.
  • Manage offer letters, incentive plans, and benefits communications.
  • Oversee HRIS system evaluation and potential transition to a new platform, including implementation and training.
  • Provide data-driven insights on turnover, engagement, and workforce planning.
  • Ensure compliance and efficiency in 401(k), HSA / FSA, and benefits administration.

Financial & Operational Analysis

  • Support payroll processing , including journal entries, reconciliations, and data audits.
  • Process A / P and liaise with offshore finance teams (India) to optimize workflows.
  • Manage A / R collections on assigned accounts and generate weekly financial reports.
  • Assist in month-end close processes , preparing reconciliations and variance analyses.
  • Lead special finance and HR projects , including system implementations and process automation.
  • Process Optimization & Data Analytics

  • Identify and implement automation opportunities within finance and HR workflows.
  • Develop dashboarding and reporting to provide leadership with real-time operational insights.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency in financial and workforce reporting.
  • Explore and experiment with AI tools and process enhancements to streamline recurring tasks.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
  • 1-5 years of experience in finance, business operations, or analytics (start-up / high-growth experience is a plus).
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills —you’re comfortable in Excel / Google Sheets, SQL, or BI tools and can manipulate data effectively.
  • Exposure to HRIS, payroll systems, or accounting software (e.g., UKG, ADP, QuickBooks, NetSuite).
  • High attention to detail, process improvement, and workflow automation.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally , balancing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
  • A natural problem-solver with a bias for action —you don’t wait for direction, you find ways to add value.
  • Why Blue Cypress?

  • A high-impact, multi-functional role with exposure to finance, people operations, and analytics.
  • Career growth —opportunity to develop expertise in financial analysis, operations, and workforce planning.
  • A fast-paced, data-driven environment that values curiosity, ownership, and problem-solving.
  • Direct access to leadership —work closely with senior executives and have a seat at the table.
  • A purpose-driven company empowering social sector innovation.
  • Benefits / Perks :

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Advancement opportunities
  • We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you're passionate, have an entrepreneurial spirit, a deep sense of curiosity, and a commitment to experimentation and learning, we would love to hear from you!

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