Junior Functional Data Analyst

Location: Long Island City, NY • Duration: Long Term

About the role

We are looking for a mission-driven Data Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will turn raw data into information and insights. Working with the client Operations team, you will provide recommendations and assist with presentations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with a diverse network of people and/or data systems to collect data
• Cleans, manipulates, and analyzes large sets of raw data
• Creates and maintains analytics reporting, data visualizations, and ad-hoc analyses
• Creates dashboards and/or reports to convey the results of data analysis
• Supports Lead Analyst in providing data-driven solutions to key stakeholders
• Conducts business analysis and research to identify key metrics and opportunities for improvement
• Presents clear and concise findings along with recommendations to stakeholders
• Provides end-user training, documentation, and support on processes and metrics used
• Experience in key analytical skills (data cleaning, analysis, & visualization) and tools (spreadsheets, Power BI) as well as Data Warehouses, and/or other data storage locations
• Understands business processes and end users and how they translate into actionable data
• Demonstrates good time management and communication skills

Requirements

• 2+ years functional analyst experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Working towards or holding a degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Technology, Computer Programming & Software Development, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering and/or a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively tailor technical concepts for less technical audiences
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Well-developed logical structure approach to solving problems, framing ideas, or developing plans

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with programming languages including but not limited to Python and/or SQL
• Demonstrated knowledge of digital skills via certificates and/or certifications
• Knowledge of Microsoft Power BI/Tableau, ETL Tools