Entry Level Data QA Analyst (HYBRID)

Aston Carter; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a QA Analyst in Irving, TX to support a major store integration, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with business requirements. You will review system data, design and execute test plans, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to maintain high data quality during migration.

The role emphasizes advanced Excel skills (pivot tables) and Power BI for validation and reporting, with a contract, onsite work, and a pay range of $21.00-$25.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven QA or data-focused experience, preferably in retail.
• Strong database, data integration, and QA methodologies knowledge.
• Solid accounting/financial analysis skills for cost data review.
• Advanced Excel capabilities, incl. pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Review data and ensure alignment with business requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans, cases, and scripts.
• Validate data accuracy, consistency, and integrity post-migration.
• Document and track defects with stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Collaborate with development, business, and project teams on requirements.
• Use Excel pivots and Power BI for data validation and reporting.
• Support reconciliation and cost data analysis for store integration.
• Communicate findings, risks, and recommendations clearly.
• Contribute to improving QA processes and documentation.
• Provide customer-focused support to internal stakeholders.

Skills

QA Analyst

Data Validation

Data Quality

Attention to Detail

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Title: QA Analyst

Job Description

The QA Analyst plays a key role in a major store integration initiative, ensuring that data transferred between two company systems is accurate, consistent, and aligned with business requirements. This position focuses on reviewing and validating system data, developing and executing test activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain high data quality throughout the integration process.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze system data to ensure proper integration and alignment with defined business requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to identify data discrepancies and integration issues.
• Validate data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across integrated systems, confirming that information is correctly reflected after migration.
• Document, track, and prioritize defects, working closely with the team lead and relevant stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with development, business, and project management teams to understand integration requirements and address data-related concerns.
• Use Excel, including pivot tables, and Power BI to perform data validation, reporting, and analysis.
• Support reconciliation and financial analysis activities related to cost data and store integration.
• Provide clear, professional communication regarding findings, risks, and recommendations to team members and leadership.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data quality assurance processes and documentation for future store integration efforts.
• Deliver customer-focused support to internal stakeholders, ensuring that data and reporting meet operational needs.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a QA Analyst or in a similar quality assurance or data-focused role, preferably in a store or retail environment.
• Strong understanding of database management, data integration processes, and quality assurance methodologies.
• Solid accounting and financial analysis skills, with the ability to support reconciliation and cost-related data review.
• Advanced data analysis and reporting capabilities using Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables.
• Proficiency in using Excel and Power BI for data validation, analysis, and visualization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Effective professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex data issues clearly.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and coordinate with development, business, and project management stakeholders.
• Strong customer service mindset when working with internal partners and store support teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Merchandising, Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred but not required).
• Experience with data migration and system integration projects, particularly in a retail or store environment.
• Knowledge of retail systems, store operations, and the unique data requirements of multi-location retail organizations.
• Experience working with cost data, item support, supplier support, and store support functions.
• Ability to create clear documentation for test plans, test cases, and defect tracking.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple test activities and integration tasks simultaneously.

Work Environment

This role supports a large-scale store conversion initiative, adding headcount to accelerate the integration of stores into a unified system. The project is planned to begin at the middle of November and continue through at least June 2027, offering involvement in a long-running, high-impact retail integration effort. Candidates will participate in a panel interview process and may be assigned to one of four collaborative teams: supplier support, store support, item support, or quality assurance. The environment is fast-paced and project-driven, with a strong focus on data accuracy, operational efficiency, and cross-functional teamwork. You will work extensively with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, and Power BI, along with other standard office and data tools. The culture emphasizes convenience, innovation, and responsiveness to business needs, providing opportunities to contribute to a major transformation in store systems and operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irving,TX.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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