Associate Data Analyst

Recruit Monitor; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data analytics firm is seeking an Associate Data Analyst in Eagan, MN. This role involves supporting strategic projects through data analysis and problem-solving in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a quantitative background, with proficiency in tools such as Excel and SQL. Successful candidates will have opportunities for rapid advancement through comprehensive training and hands-on projects focused on data-driven decision making. Join a commitment to aiding student growth through innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Graduation date in Winter of 2022 or Summer of 2023.
• Exceptional problem-solving ability and logical reasoning.
• Strong analytical capabilities; passion for data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Outline requirements and establish problem statements.
• Transform relevant data to conduct analysis.
• Work collaboratively with teams to achieve business goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate degree in business, economics, finance, computer science, math, statistics, engineering or other quantitative disciplines

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

R

Python

Job description

Job Overview

Are you interested in working in an analytical and strategic center of excellence for a trusted brand that for 100 years has strived to encourage the intellectual and personal growth of all children? PaychexData & Analytics practice plays a pivotal role in the incubation of high value strategic initiatives and the development of data driven solutions for the Paychexenterprise.

Role Description

As an Associate Data Analyst on either the Strategic Data Projects or Digital Projects teams, you will be working on critical projects to support our business by outlining requirements, establishing problem statements, and transforming relevant data to conduct analysis. We’re looking for someone who is highly analytical, passionate about hypothesis-driven problem-solving, and excellent at getting things done. These roles require strong communication skills, the ability to manage project scope and deadlines, and a commitment to delivering quality work. Analysts should recognize that a collaborative mindset and a can-do attitude is key in order to learn, contribute and grow at Paychex.

About the Associate Program

PaychexTechnology Associate Program is designed to identify, train, and promote the next generation of leaders. Each new-hire class receives comprehensive training and is quickly given responsibility to deliver on business goals using industry-leading tools, partners, and technology all while working in an agile, iterative model that emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and goal-oriented development.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has a solid business head, is numerically savvy and is passionate about getting things done. You should shine at uncovering problems/opportunities, solving them and deploying your solution irrespective of the challenges thrown at you.

• Graduation date in Winter of 2022 or Summer of 2023
• Undergraduate/Graduate degree in business, economics, finance, computer science, math, statistics, engineering or other quantitative disciplines
• Exceptional problem‑solving ability, logical reasoning, creative thinking and quantitative aptitude
• Strong analytical capabilities, with comfort using Excel and PowerPoint. Passion for data‑driven decision making.

Nice to Have Skills

• SQL skills for purposes of data extraction, transformation, cleaning and analysis
• Strong Excel (esp. Power Query), R or Python skills in analysis, statistics and charting
• Ability to translate technical requirements to engineering teams, product owners and non‑technical business partners
• Experience in BI and data visualization tools such as PowerBI or Tableau