Job Description Job Title: Data Analyst
Department: Finance
Reports to: Director of Grants Compliance
Position Supervised: None
Employment Class: Full-time, salaried, exempt
Workdays: M-F
Customary Hours: 8:30am - 5pm ( Hours are extended when workload is increased.)
Position Summary: The Data Analyst gathers, cleans, analyzes, and interprets data to uncover insights and help the agency make informed decisions. They will provide valuable insights that can improve business processes, solve problems, and guide strategic planning.
Experience and Skills Duties & Responsibilities: - Conduct thorough financial audits and analysis to support business decisions
- Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for management
- Develop financial models to project future revenues, expenditures, and profitability
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess financial health
- Collaborate with various departments to gather and interpret financial data
- Conduct detailed financial analysis of company data, including revenue, expenses, cash flow, and investments
- Collaborate with other departments to gather and analyze data for financial decision-making
- Participate in the budgeting and forecasting process, providing valuable insights on financial projections
- Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required
- Manage data input processes
- Utilize various software systems to maximize analytical capabilities
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience:Education: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Willingness and ability to obtain other certifications as necessary
Experience: - 3-5 years of experience in data analytics, finance or corporate accounting
Required Skills and Abilities:Communication Skills: - Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently
- Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to work with individuals from all backgrounds with varying needs
Technology and Compliance: - Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (MS Suite, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, etc.)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel expertise
- Commitment to compliance and ethical standards
- Experience with videoconferencing systems (e.g., Webex, Zoom, Teams, etc.
Time Management and Organization: - Ensures accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across all tasks
- Works independently with the ability to handle multiple tasks
- Manages workload effectively and delivers results in a timely manner
- Meticulous attention to detail
Work Environment: - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and see.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to low.
- The employee is required to occasionally travel to different work sites and community events as needed.
- Professional business attire and appearance required.