Performance Management Analyst Temp, Talent Development

Company Overview

We are the better way to work in finance. As private equity’s value creation partner, we sit at the heart of PE—where sponsors and CFOs meet. Through financial consulting rooted in data, technology, and AI, we help clients drive value—supporting the office of the CFO to drive end-to-end value creation.

If you crave challenging work and are looking to grow, come solve complex issues alongside 1,400+ finance & technology experts in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Backed by premier private equity firms and headquartered in New York with 10 offices around the globe, we are a high-growth, entrepreneurial firm looking for people who want to be part of building something great. Come make your mark. 

Practice Description

Through our pillars of Learning, Performance Management and Career Development the Talent Development team prepares Accordionites to deliver high-quality work, promote individual and team development and lead in the market. We sit within the People team and work in close collaboration with the HR Business Partners, Resource Management, Recruiting, and People Operations to bring valuable support to our eight practice areas. We partner closely with our stakeholders to accelerate value through our expertise in Talent Development.

This position would ideally be in our Boston office but could be based in any of our U.S. locations. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work remotely two days a week.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

This opportunity will start on a temporary basis, with the potential to convert to full-time employment depending on performance and organizational priorities.

What You’ll Do: 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical thinking Performance Management Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performing environment and has strong multi-tasking and communication skills. The Performance Management Analyst will join the Talent Development team, supporting Accordion’s performance management initiatives, end-to-end, by assisting with data management, reporting, and process improvement. Employee career development is a priority at Accordion and this role is crucial to maintaining an ongoing feedback-oriented culture that is centered on its people, while keeping a forward-looking view on change management and globalization.

Key responsibilities will include:

• System Administration: 
  • Manage and maintain our performance management system (currently transitioning from Lattice to Quantum Workplace), with keen attention to detail to ensure smooth operation and error-free and high-quality data accuracy.
  • Provide technical support to employees and managers on system usage and troubleshooting.
  • Initiate performance management reviews, including project-based, summary, and upward feedback.
  • Ensure data integrity and consistency across various performance management reports, with a strong focus on precision and quality control.

• Performance Management System Implementation & Transition:
  • Quickly get up to speed on the implementation of our new performance management system (Quantum Workplace), including understanding the project history, current status, and remaining milestones.
  • Dive into outstanding implementation tasks and contribute meaningfully to configuration, testing, documentation, and rollout support.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for system administration post-launch, owning ongoing maintenance, updates, and process optimization with a strong emphasis on accuracy, responsiveness, and A+ execution.

• Data Analysis and Reporting:
  • Generate regular progress reports that will be sent to senior practice leaders with urgency, accuracy, and strong attention to detail.
  • Assist in the creation of performance dashboards to visualize data trends.

• Collaboration and Partnership: 
  • Collaborate with HR Business Partners and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of performance management strategies with overall firm objectives.
  • Work closely with vendors to address technical issues and system enhancements quickly and effectively in a dynamic environment.

• Process Support:
  • Provide A+ support of the implementation and administration of performance management processes and tools, including learning and development.
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of performance management templates and other materials that meet Accordion’s A+ quality standards.
  • Provide administrative and project management support for performance review summary cycles, including scheduling, document preparation, notetaking during live discussions, etc. All work must be organized, timely, and executed with precision.

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a HR or similar role, preferably in a global or consulting environment.
• Experience in the performance management space preferred.
• Experience in the Human Resources or People Team space is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel)
• Very strong attention to detail with a focus on A+ execution
• Superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

You Are:

• A self-starter with a strong work ethic who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.
• A leader of others; you lead by example.
• A strong team player, able to work with team members across all levels.
• Able to effectively communicate complex issues and solutions and raise issues to senior team members when necessary and in a timely manner.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects while also focused on your single workstream (you are managing and doing).
• Excited to be part of a growing team, with a focus on driving future growth.
• Full of entrepreneurial spirit and comfortable in a fluid, flat organization.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional client service.
• Proactively get your hands dirty in the details of a project while simultaneously seeing the whole picture.

This position is a temporary role, paid hourly between $45-$50 USD per hour + overtime eligible. Actual compensation is determined by evaluating a wide range of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, years and depth of experience, education, certifications, cost of labor, and internal equity. Benefits and bonus eligibility may vary depending on the nature and duration of the temporary assignment.

Accordion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Please note that as per Accordion policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our inclusive diversity values. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Accordion will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

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