Business and Data Analyst

Confidential; New York (NY); On-site; USD 96,432 - 110,208; Part time

Job summary

A leading data solutions provider in New York, NY is seeking a Business & Data Analyst who will collect and analyze data to support business decisions. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in SQL, and 5+ years of experience in data analysis or governance. You will develop reports and ensure data quality while collaborating with business and IT teams. This contract position offers an hourly rate of $70-$80.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data analysis or governance.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Experience with data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze data for decision-making.
• Develop and maintain data dashboards and reports.
• Ensure data integrity and quality via checks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Domo

Informatica AXON

Informatica Data Quality

Collibra

Job description

Base pay range

$70.00/hr - $80.00/hr

The Business & Data Analyst will be responsible for interpreting data, analyzing results, and providing ongoing reports. This role requires the utilization of data collection systems, performing data analytics, and employing strategies that optimize efficiency and quality. The Business & Data Analyst will work closely with management to prioritize business and information needs, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and integrity. Additionally, this role includes supporting data interfaces, managing data-related queries, and addressing operational issues.

• Data Collection and Analysis: Collect, clean, and analyze data from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and insights that support business decisions.
• Reporting: Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate data-driven insights to stakeholders.
• Data Quality: Ensure data integrity and consistency by implementing data quality checks and addressing data quality issues promptly.
• Data Interface and Operations Support: Manage data interfaces, respond to third-party queries, address errors, and collaborate with business teams, IT and vendors to resolve operational issues, ensuring accurate and reliable data exchange.
• Data Governance Stewardship: Act as a data steward within assigned domains, ensuring adherence to data governance standards and practices. Document metadata, maintaining the accuracy and consistency of data definitions and lineage.
• Business Collaboration: Work closely with business units to understand their data needs and provide analytical support to drive business outcomes.
• Technical Collaboration: Collaborate with IT teams to ensure data solutions effectively meet business needs while maintaining data integrity and system efficiency.
• Project Support: Participate in data-related projects, documenting data requirements & specifications and providing analytical expertise.
• Continuous Improvement: Recommend and implement improvements to data processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proven ability to deliver results with minimal direction.
• Experience in documenting metadata and participating in data governance as a data steward.
• Ability to serve as a liaison between business units and IT, translating vague business needs into actionable data requirements and ensuring effective data solutions.
• Self-starter who initiates activities to address business concerns and operational deficiencies.
• Understanding of best practices relating to metadata management, data quality, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships while managing expectations.

Education and/or Experience

• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, data governance or a related field.
• Medical Insurance/Eligibility Data experience MAJOR PLUS!
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Domo, Tableau, Power BI).
• Knowledge of Data Governance & Data Quality tools (e.g., Informatica AXON, Informatica Data Quality, Collibra).
• Familiarity with statistical software (e.g., R, Python).
• Experience in managing data interfaces and responding to data-related queries.
• Experience in documenting data requirements and collaborating with data architecture & engineering teams.
• Experience in benefits or insurance industry is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Systems, Information Management, Computer Science, or other related fields. A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology and Project Management

Industries

• Financial Services, Insurance and Employee Benefit Funds, and Pension Funds

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