Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Certification
Timeline

Lysiane Benaben

Atlanta,USA

Summary

Data Analyst with a Master of Science in Analytics from Georgia Tech and 10 years of experience in the public higher education and research sectors.

· Skilled in gathering, cleaning, visualizing, and analyzing complex, multi-source datasets to ensure data reliability and support organizational management.

· Expertise in defining key performance indicators (KPIs) and developing interactive dashboards that streamline reporting processes and enhance data accessibility for a broader range of staff.

· Proficient in creating forecasting models and reporting tools that deliver actionable business insights to leadership teams.

· Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functions, leveraging strong listening and adaptability skills to design comprehensive analytical tools and dashboards that save time and facilitate informed decision-making.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Data Analyst

IMT Mines Albi
12.2014 - Current

(College of Engineering)

Data Gathering

  • Collect, clean, and store diverse datasets, including student, financial, HR, and research data, improving the quality and availability of data sets.
  • Organize, structure, and compile various datasets using Tableau Prep, Python, and Excel to create usable data sources.

Data Utilization and Visualization

  • Design, implement, and maintain over 5 Tableau dashboards (Management, HR, Financial, Student Enrollment, Research Projects) using Tableau Software, Tableau Prep, and Tableau Management, providing actionable insights that support strategic decision-making by the Dean and leadership teams.
  • Perform specific analyses, including university rankings and projections, contributing to a 15% increase in student recruitment and a 3% improvement in average student grades over five years, as well as analysis of financial flows and research project costs to help finance departments redefine business models.

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams

  • Partner with operational teams to create dashboards, ensuring data quality and improving data entry processes, which reduces reporting time and increase reporting frequency and audience.
  • Create and deliver impactful data visualizations along with relevant datasets to support key initiatives, such as the annual research report and funding applications for research projects.

Head of Management Control Department

Omnium Finance Group
12.2011 - 11.2014

(Real Estate Development)

  • Managed the department’s budgeting process, including business plan development, monthly reporting, and forecast analysis.
  • Developed a financial reporting tool using Access, Excel, and VBA, reducing report dissemination time by 10 days.

Management Controller

Pierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmetics
01.2010 - 11.2011

(Pharmaceutical Industry)

  • Estimated cost prices and reported on product profitability using SAP.
  • Developed financial tools using Excel and VBA to automate, reducing report production time, and enhancing decision-making processes.

Financial Analyst

Dexia Credit Local
07.2000 - 01.2010

(Business Bank)

  • Conducted retrospective and prospective financial analyses, focusing on debt restructuring and optimization, which led to savings in financial expenses.
  • Developed dashboards using Excel to assess regional financial activities, improving decision-making across multiple projects.

Education

Master of Science - Analytics

Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA

Graduated: May 2021 (GPA: 3.91)

  • Key Coursework: Analytics Modeling, Machine Learning, Simulation, Regression Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Database System concepts & design.
  • Practicum: “Financial controlling and Machine learning to reduce cost-accounting errors in an academic institution.”

Advanced Master - Finance Audit and Controlling

Toulouse Business School, Toulouse

Graduated: November 2011

  • Key Coursework: Financial accounting, Controlling, Analysis of financial flows, Information systems and decision support (Excel, VBA, SAP).
  • Thesis: "Specificities of Management Control in Distributed Organizations."

Master - Business Management

Montpellier Business School, Montpellier

Graduated: November 2000

  • Key Coursework: Banking and Finance specialization, statistics, and financial mathematics.

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Reading, Reading

Graduated: May 1998

Skills

  • Python
  • R
  • SQL
  • Java
  • D3js
  • VBA
  • Tableau
  • Excel
  • Business Object (BO)
  • MySQL
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Dashboard Creation
  • Data Analytics
  • Budgeting
  • Business Plan Development
  • Financial Analysis
  • KPI Tracking

Hobbies and Interests

  • Volleyball: Played for over 15 years (Third Division in the French national championship).
  • Leadership: Member of the Steering Committee of the local Volleyball organization for 5 years.
  • Travel: Extensive experience in the U.S., UK, China, Dubai, and Europe.

Certification

  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate - Google.

Timeline

Data Analyst - IMT Mines Albi
12.2014 - Current
Head of Management Control Department - Omnium Finance Group
12.2011 - 11.2014
Management Controller - Pierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmetics
01.2010 - 11.2011
Financial Analyst - Dexia Credit Local
07.2000 - 01.2010
Georgia Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Analytics
Toulouse Business School - Advanced Master, Finance Audit and Controlling
Montpellier Business School - Master, Business Management
University of Reading - Bachelor of Science, Management
Lysiane Benaben