Business Analyst

Jobtailor; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an analytics professional to perform analyses on moderately complex data models, build new reports, and support data-driven decision making. You will collect data, apply analytical methods, and present findings to diverse audiences in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a strong foundation in quantitative and qualitative analysis, excellent presentation skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, engineering or related field.
• 2 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of analytical methods and modeling.
• Understanding of fundamental analysis and what-if modeling and impact analysis.
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking abilities.
• Adaptability to changing conditions and ambiguity.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Project, Visio or similar software.
• Advanced in information analysis, metrics and KPI tracking.
• Market research, consulting and project management skills.
• Understanding of operational monitoring, advocacy, and presentation skills.
• Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis on moderately complex data models, selecting from various reports and data options.
• Determines data needs, collects data, and selects analytical techniques to achieve desired data outcomes.
• Develops new reports and performs custom/ad-hoc reporting independently.
• Presents findings to various audiences.
• Performs basic research internally and externally.
• Communicates with peers to exchange ideas or gather information.
• Participates on project teams.
• Identifies trends and insights to support data-driven decision-making.
• Tracks KPIs and contributes to operational and strategic improvements.

Skills

Data Analysis

KPI Tracking

Market Research

Presentation Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Visio

Job description

• Performs analysis on moderately complex data models, selecting from various reports and data options
• Determines data needs, collects data, and selects analytical techniques to achieve desired data outcomes
• Understands business needs, develops new reports, and performs custom/ad‑hoc reporting independently
• Present findings to various audiences
• Performs basic research internally and externally
• Communicates with peers inside and outside the department to exchange ideas or gather information
• Participates on project teams
• Identifies trends and insights to support data‑driven decision‑making
• Tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) and contributes to operational and strategic improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent work experience required
• 2 years of related work experience
• Knowledge of different analytical methods, approaches and tactics
• Full understanding of fundamental analysis and what‑if modeling and how different factors affect business outcomes
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
• Organizational, prioritization and multi‑tasking skills
• Adaptability to changing business conditions and ambiguity
• Presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Project, Visio or similar software
• Advanced in Information Analysis, Metrics and KPI Tracking
• Proficient in Market Research, Consulting Skills, Project Management Skills
• General understanding in Operational Monitoring & Analysis, Advocacy and Persuasion, and Presentation Skills
• Travel may be required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in data analysis, including fundamental analysis and what‑if modeling, to drive data‑driven decision‑making. Proficient in tracking KPIs and presenting insights to diverse audiences while adapting to changing business conditions.

Highest‑signal resume keywords

• Data Analysis
• KPI Tracking
• Market Research
• Presentation Skills
• Project Management

Hard Skills

• Analytical Methods
• Fundamental Analysis
• What‑If Modeling
• Qualitative Analysis
• Quantitative Analysis

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Prioritization Skills
• Multi‑Tasking Skills
• Adaptability
• Communication Skills

Industry Keywords

• Operational Monitoring
• Data‑Driven Decision‑Making
• Metrics
• Consulting Skills
• Advocacy and Persuasion

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Visio