Data Analyst

Benda Infotech•Chicago, IL

6d•$60,000 - $110,000

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Data Analyst to transform complex data into meaningful insights that support strategic business decisions and improve operational performance. The role works closely with business stakeholders, product teams, and technical teams to analyze data, build dashboards, identify trends, and deliver actionable recommendations. It is presented as an opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in data analytics, business intelligence, and data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Economics, or a related field.
0–2 years of experience in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, or Reporting; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Internship or academic project experience in data analysis or business intelligence.
Experience creating dashboards and executive reports.
Knowledge of KPIs, business metrics, and reporting frameworks.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project collaboration tools.
Exposure to cloud data platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Experience working with structured and unstructured datasets.
Critical thinking, analytical mindset, problem solving, attention to detail, communication skills, time management, team collaboration, adaptability, curiosity, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

Collect, clean, validate, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources.
Develop interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools.
Write efficient SQL queries to extract, manipulate, and analyze data.
Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and business opportunities.
Create visualizations that communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and deliver analytical solutions.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare recurring business reports.
Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across reporting systems.
Automate recurring reports and improve existing reporting processes.
Document data models, business rules, and analytical methodologies.
Support ad hoc analysis and provide recommendations based on business needs.