Data / Business Analyst

ektello; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Business Analyst in Plano, TX. This contract role focuses on gathering and analyzing data to support operational reporting and strategic planning. The successful candidate will collaborate with various departments to enhance efficiency and optimize performance.Qualifications include a degree in Data Analytics or Finance and 2-5 years of relevant experience. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits including 401(k) and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in business analysis or data analysis.
• Familiarity with statistical testing, modeling, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Gather and organize data from diverse sources.
• Extract insights and create informative dashboards.
• Monitor KPIs to track progress.
• Conduct analyses of company performance.
• Collaborate closely with functional groups.
• Propose innovative solutions for reporting improvements.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Presentation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Finance, or related field

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Tableau

Excel

SAP

Job description

Business Analyst

Location: Plano, TX (LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY)

Contract: 6+ month contract to (hire + multi-extension capability), pay 35 $/hr, W2 only.

The Business Analyst supports the organization's operational reporting, processes, and contractual obligations. This role also supports strategic planning by gathering and analyzing data, evaluating business trends, and preparing reports for decision making. The Business Analyst collaborates with various departments to align business objectives, standardize reporting, improve efficiency, and optimize performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and organize data from diverse sources, including internal and external databases.
• Extract insights and create informative dashboards, reports, and presentations for various management levels using tools like Power BI, Excel, SQL, and Tableau.
• Monitor KPIs and other essential business metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct thorough analyses of company performance, market trends, and industry benchmarks.
• Provide valuable input for strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Offer insightful recommendations for potential business opportunities and cost‑saving measures.
• Collaborate closely with functional groups, including finance, business management, and account management teams.
• Facilitate coordination and alignment among departments through strong relationships and open communication.
• Identify areas for business operation improvement through data analytics and process optimization.
• Propose innovative solutions and implement tools and systems to enhance productivity and streamline reporting.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in business analysis, data analysis, financial analysis, or a similar role.
• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Finance, or a related field.

Necessary Knowledge/Skills

• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software for dashboard development, including Power BI, SQL, Tableau, and Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Analytical thinking, strategic planning, collaboration, teamwork, results‑oriented mindset, and adaptability to change.
• Familiarity with statistical testing, modeling, forecasting, and project management principles is beneficial.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, particularly SAP, is advantageous.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Benefits

401(k), Vision insurance, Medical insurance