Senior Data Analyst - Cape Town

Forvis Mazars Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 550 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit and data solutions firm is seeking a Senior Data Analyst in Cape Town. The successful candidate will interpret and analyze data, develop databases, and report on findings. Applicants should have 3+ years of experience, strong SQL skills, and a background in quantitative subjects. This role offers an opportunity to work with diverse stakeholders to enhance audit quality.

Qualifications

• 3+ years working experience in data analysis.
• Strong expertise in SQL scripting and database management.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret data and analyze results using statistical techniques.
• Develop and implement databases and optimize statistical quality.
• Acquire and maintain data from primary and secondary sources.

Skills

Data modeling

Database design

Data mining

SQL

Excel

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Post matric qualifications in Quantitative or IT subjects

Tools

Reporting packages

VBA Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job title : Senior Data Analyst - Cape Town

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : December 23, 2025

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Job Description

Forvis Mazars is looking for Senior Data Analyts to assist the organization with monitoring of audit quality by collecting, summarizing data, synthesizing data, and compiling reports.

Communicate with multiple stakeholders and diverse audiences to recommend corrective behaviour. Continuously seek to improve on knowledge and skills related to monitoring activities. To support an area of the business in a specialised role, working under guidance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports

Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality

Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases / data systems

Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets

Filter and “clean” data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems

Work with management to prioritize business and information needs

Locate and define new process improvement opportunities

Minimum Requirements

Technical expertise regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques

Strong knowledge of and experience with reporting packages databases (SQL etc)

Strong SQL scripting and database management

Strong Excel skills (VBA Excel is advantageous)

Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy

Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings

Post matric qualifications (Quantitative or IT subjects are advantageous)

3 + years working experience in the field

Background or strong interest in related technology solutions

Excellent verbal / written communications and interpersonal skills

Strong ability in self-motivated and high responsibility for daily work. Proven ability to work in a team environment and multi-task to produce quality client deliverables

Have strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational and communication skills;

Excellent MS Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint required; Access preferred)

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