Data Analyst

BDO South Africa; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in Rosebank is seeking an experienced Data Analyst to enable Digital Risk Advisory Services objectives. The role involves executing data analytics procedures, engaging with clients, and contributing to the development of analytics solutions. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience and a strong command of Power BI, SQL, and Python. Competitive compensation offered, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years working experience as a data analyst or business data analyst.
• Strong knowledge of and experience with data analytics software.

Responsibilities

• Execute data analytics and related projects/engagements.
• Engage with clients and audit teams.
• Contribute to the development of analytics solutions.

Skills

Data analytics

Project management

Time management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Client-centric solution mindset

Education

Three-year qualification in Commerce, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Information Management, Statistics

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel

Python

Job description

Overview

Purpose Of This Role

Actively enable the Digital Risk Advisory Services objectives to incorporate data analytics processes in our RAS services. The Data Analyst reports to the relevant Senior and is responsible for execution of data analytics procedures in the integrated internal audit approach, and for execution of standalone analytics projects. The incumbent will work closely with the entire RAS team to:

• Execution of data analytics and related projects/engagements;
• Engagement with clients and audit teams;
• Execution of complex and non-complex engagements;
• Take accountability for deliverables and feedback to managers and stakeholders;
• Contributing to the development of analytics solutions and go-to-market opportunities and activities.

Competencies

General:

• Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings using non-technical language
• Demonstrated strong project management skill
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated strong problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Deadline oriented and able to prioritise own work
• Client-centric solution mindset
• Ability to work in an ambiguous environment with multiple role-play
• Sound risk and control knowledge and understanding
• Performance of analytics in an audit environment

Technical Competencies And Experience

• ETL and data preparation capabilities
• Development, testing and implementation of analytics solutions
• Scripting skills and experience
• Develop innovative analytics solutions to complex data project
• Technical experience with one or more of the following tools: Excel, SQL, Power BI, DAX, Idea, and/or Python
• Must have Dashboarding capabilities

Behavioural Competencies

• Continuous learning mindset
• Curious and innovative
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Consistently delivers high quality work
• Ability to meet deadlines (reliable and dependable)
• Able to multi-task
• Displays initiative and takes accountability for delivery of own work
• Supervises and monitors adherence to deadline for self

Requirements

• Three-year qualification in Commerce, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Information Management, Statistics or equivalent
• Minimum 2-3 years working experience as a data analyst or business data analyst
• Strong knowledge of and experience with data analytics software (Power BI, ACL, Idea, SQL or similar).

Preferred

• Qualifications/Certifications or Advanced degrees in Computer Science, Data Analytics, and technology specific certifications