Data Analyst

McJ is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Data Analyst with experience in dashboarding and Alteryx. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to create, maintain, and optimize dashboards and automating data workflows to provide actionable insights across various departments. This role will also contribute to data-driven decision-making, ensuring that reports and analyses are both accurate and impactful. The position reports into the Principal Data Scientist and collaborates closely with business stakeholders to support organizational goals.

Responsibilities: Data Reporting & Dashboarding

Design, create, and maintain interactive dashboards using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms to visualize key metrics and business performance.

Deliver accurate and timely reports, including visual data insights and ad hoc analysis as required by business units.

Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and customize reports and dashboards to meet these requirements.

Automate data extraction and transformation processes using Alteryx to improve data workflows and reporting efficiency.

Data Analysis & Insights

Analyze complex data sets to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

Provide actionable insights to various departments to support business decisions and optimize operational performance.

Assist in preparing financial, operational, and performance reports for leadership teams.

Data Quality & Automation

Ensure the integrity of data by performing quality checks and addressing discrepancies in datasets and dashboards.

Leverage Alteryx for data transformation, automation of repetitive processes, and streamlining ETL workflows.

Continuously improve data processes and workflows for greater efficiency and scalability.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with cross-functional teams including IT, marketing, finance, and operations to gather requirements and provide data-driven solutions.

Assist teams in the use and understanding of data visualizations, ensuring they are equipped to leverage insights effectively.

Forecasting & Reporting

Assist in the creation of data-driven forecasts, tracking KPIs, and maintaining historical performance data.

Prepare and present regular reports on data trends and forecasting accuracy to the management team.

Ad Hoc Analysis

Participate in ad-hoc data analysis projects to support business initiatives and strategic planning.

Maintain flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and evolving project requirements.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Strong proficiency in Alteryx Designer for data transformation, automation, and ETL processes.

Proven experience in designing and maintaining dashboards using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools.

Proficiency in Excel and SQL for data analysis and reporting.

Ability to analyze large datasets and provide actionable insights that influence business decisions.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially when handling large volumes of data.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex data to non-technical audiences.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot data issues and workflow inefficiencies.

Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and improving data processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.

Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure).

Experience with Alteryx Server administration and orchestration.

This is a remote position.