Data and Reporting Analyst

Talent Shore; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A data-driven organization in South Africa is seeking a highly motivated Data Analyst to join their team. This role involves collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to generate insights supporting decision-making. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, proficiency in tools like SQL, Python, and advanced Excel, as well as skills in data visualization software like Tableau and Power BI. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to business growth through data-driven strategies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data analysis or related field.
• Proficient in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, or R.
• Advanced experience in Excel and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyse large datasets to identify trends.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports for visualization.
• Collaborate with teams to understand data needs and deliver insights.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support business initiatives.
• Present findings to stakeholders clearly.

Skills

Data analysis tools

SQL

Python

R

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Certified Data Analyst (CDA)

Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate

Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate

Advanced degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Remote, South Africa | Posted on 26/11/2025

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Data Analyst. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in sourcing data to answer questions, analysing data trends, generating insights, and supporting decision-making processes to drive business growth and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyse large datasets to identify trends and patterns.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize key metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver actionable insights.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support business initiatives and projects.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

Key Measurable

• Accuracy and timeliness of data analysis and reporting.
• Number of actionable insights generated per quarter.
• Improvement in business processes based on data-driven recommendations.
• User satisfaction with dashboards and reports.
• Contribution to achieving business goals and KPIs.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in data analysis or a related field.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, or R.
• Advanced experience in Excel.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Experience with Python or R for data analysis and modeling.
• Advanced knowledge of Tableau for creating interactive dashboards.
• Familiarity with Power BI for business intelligence reporting.
• Understanding of Excel for data organization and basic analysis.
• Certified Data Analyst (CDA) or equivalent certification.
• Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate.
• Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate.
• Advanced degree in Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.