Junior Functional Data Analyst

First Roles; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Roles is seeking a Junior Data Analyst in Long Island City, NY to turn raw data into actionable insights. You will collaborate with the Operations team to collect data, prepare analyses, and present data-driven recommendations to stakeholders.

The role emphasizes data cleaning, analysis, visualization, and building dashboards using tools like Power BI and Tableau. The ideal candidate has 2+ years as a functional analyst, strong communication skills, and is pursuing or holds a degree in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years functional analyst experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working towards or holding a degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Technology, Computer Programming & Software Development, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering and/or a related field
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of Power BI/Tableau, ETL Tools is a plus
• Experience with data cleaning, analysis, and visualization

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with a diverse network of people and/or data systems to collect data
• Cleans, manipulates, and analyzes large sets of raw data
• Creates and maintains analytics reporting, data visualizations, and ad-hoc analyses
• Creates dashboards and/or reports to convey the results of data analysis
• Supports Lead Analyst in providing data-driven solutions to key stakeholders
• Conducts business analysis and research to identify key metrics and opportunities for improvement
• Presents clear and concise findings along with recommendations to stakeholders
• Provides end-user training, documentation and support on processes and metrics used

Skills

Data analysis

Data cleaning

Data visualization

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Related degree in Business/CS/Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

ETL Tools

Job description

Role: Junior Data Analyst

Location: Long Island City, NY

Duration: Long Term

JD:

We are looking for a mission-driven Data Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will turn raw data into information and insights. Working with the client Operations team, you will provide recommendations and assist with presentations.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with a diverse network of people and/or data systems to collect data
• Cleans, manipulates, and analyzes large sets of raw data
• Creates and maintains analytics reporting, data visualizations, and ad-hoc analyses
• Creates dashboards and/or reports to convey the results of data analysis
• Supports Lead Analyst in providing data-driven solutions to key stakeholders
• Conducts business analysis and research to identify key metrics and opportunities for improvement
• Presents clear and concise findings along with recommendations to stakeholders
• Provides end-user training, documentation ,and support on processes and metrics used
• Experience in key analytical skills (data cleaning, analysis, & visualization) and tools (spreadsheets, Power BI) as well as Data Warehouses, and/or other data storage locations
• Understands business processes and end users and how they translate into actionable data.
• Demonstrates good time management and communication skills
• Preferred but not required: Experience with programming languages including but not limited to Python and/or SQL

Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years functional analyst experience
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Working towards or holding a degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Technology, Computer Programming & Software Development, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering and/or a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively tailor technical concepts for less technical audiences
• Preferred but not required: Demonstrated knowledge of digital skills via certificates and/or certifications. Knowledge of Microsoft Power BI/Tableau, ETL Tools
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Well-developed logical structure approach to solving problems, framing ideas, or developing plans