Data Analyst 4

Public Consulting Group•Charlotte, NC

7d•$70,000 - $119,000•Onsite

About The Position

A Data Analyst 4 advances business decision-making by designing, enhancing, and owning complex reporting solutions that convert large-scale, multi-source data into actionable insights. This senior role ensures enterprise-level data accuracy, integrity, and consistency while proactively diagnosing issues, and implementing sustainable data quality improvements. The analyst leads sophisticated ad hoc analyses, oversees user acceptance testing, and communicates insights with clarity to internal stakeholders and external clients. This position independently manages high-impact projects that drive process optimization and operational effectiveness. Facilitates client and internal training on reporting tools to strengthen data literacy and contributes to Federal Reporting activities by ensuring compliance and accuracy.

Requirements

Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
Expertise with enterprise reporting and analytics tools (e.g. SAP (Business Objects), SQL, Power BI)
Knowledge of SQL for querying databases
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Highly effective communication and presentation skills
Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity
Strong organizational and time management skills
Commitment to exceptional client service
6+ years in reporting, analytics, data integration or related roles
Strong understanding of Federal Data & Reporting and Compliance Standards

Nice To Haves

PhD or Master preferred

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable, enterprise-level reports, dashboards, and data visualizations, ensuring solutions are well-documented, maintainable, and aligned with evolving business needs.
Translate business questions into structured analytical frameworks and advanced reporting solutions that drive strategic decision-making across teams.
Establish and optimize recurring reporting suites and monitoring views that reduce reliance on ad hoc requests and improve operational efficiency.
Conduct advanced quantitative and qualitative analysis using Business Objects or comparable analytics tools to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and performance drivers.
Present high-impact insights to internal team, leadership, and clients, clearly articulating system functionality, data interpretation, and business implications.
Evaluation, recommend, and lead implementation of enhancements to reporting tools, data models, and system capabilities to increase automation, reduce manual effort, and improve analytical accuracy.
Federal Reporting – coordinate cross-functional efforts with technical, operational, and compliance teams to gather required data, resolve discrepancies.
Assist in and facilitate reporting training for internal teams and external clients, strengthening understanding of reporting tool.
Oversee and proactively monitor data feeds and ensure sustained accuracy, integrity, and consistency.
Investigate and resolve data quality issues
Define, apply, and continuously refine data standards, business rules, and data validation controls.
Develop, maintain and enhance documentation for reports, data sources, and business logic
Service as a subject-matter expert on data requirements for Federal Reporting, ensuring data structures, validation logic, and quality controls.
Partner with business, operational, and technical stakeholders to clarify reporting requirements, success criteria, and ensure alignment across teams for high-impact analytical initiatives.
Serve as a key liaison between internal teams and clients, tailoring communication for technical, operational, and executive audiences while translating data insights into clear, actionable guidance.
Lead and prioritize ad hoc reporting and analysis requests
Oversee and contribute to user acceptance testing procedures in areas of assigned focus and responsibility
Recommend and lead data-driven improvements to operational data processes and reporting practices
Share expertise and best practices with peers and support team learning efforts
Provide Tier 2 data integration and reporting support via Zendesk
Independently manage and execute special projects