Data Analyst
Location: Long Island City, NY 11101
Work Location: On-site
Department: Chief Operating Officer
Openings: 1
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment Duration: Ongoing, FT Contract
Payrate: Up to $44/h.
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Data Analyst to support data collection, analysis, reporting, and business intelligence initiatives. The Data Analyst will work with stakeholders and multiple data sources to transform raw information into meaningful insights, dashboards, reports, and actionable recommendations.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with large datasets, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career analyst looking to expand their experience in data analytics, reporting, visualization, and business analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with stakeholders and various data systems to collect, organize, and evaluate data.
- Clean, manipulate, and analyze large sets of raw data.
- Create and maintain analytical reports, data visualizations, and ad hoc analyses.
- Develop dashboards and reports that effectively communicate analytical findings.
- Support the Lead Analyst in developing data-driven solutions for key stakeholders.
- Conduct business analysis and research to identify key performance metrics and opportunities for improvement.
- Translate analytical findings into clear, concise recommendations for stakeholders.
- Present data and findings in a manner that can be easily understood by both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Provide end-user training, documentation, and support related to reporting processes and performance metrics.
- Work with spreadsheets, Power BI, data warehouses, and other data storage environments.
- Develop an understanding of business processes and end-user needs and translate those requirements into actionable data and reporting solutions.
- Manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong communication and time-management practices.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ year of functional analyst, data analyst, business analyst, or related analytical experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Experience or demonstrated ability in:
- Data cleaning
- Data analysis
- Data visualization
- Reporting and dashboard development
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to apply a logical and structured approach to solving problems and developing plans.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical audiences.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Currently pursuing or holding a degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Technology, Computer Programming/Software Development, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
- Experience with Microsoft Power BI and/or Tableau.
- Familiarity with ETL tools and processes.
- Experience working with data warehouses or other structured data storage environments.
- Knowledge of SQL and/or Python.
- Digital skills certificates or relevant technical certifications.
- Experience developing dashboards, reports, or business intelligence solutions.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be analytical, curious, and comfortable working with both data and people. They should be able to take complex or unstructured information, identify meaningful trends, and communicate findings clearly. A strong combination of Excel, Power BI, data visualization, business analysis, and stakeholder communication skills will be particularly valuable in this role.
Work Location
Long Island City, NY 11101