Data and Reporting Analyst

Housing Forward • Dallas, TX

1d • $63,000 - $87,000 • Remote

About The Position

Housing Forward’s Data and Reporting Analyst is responsible for producing, analyzing, and continuously improving performance reporting that supports the organization’s programs and system initiatives. The role ensures timely, accurate, and actionable reporting for federal, state, and local grants. It turns complex data into meaningful insights, identifies trends and performance drivers, supports forecasting and projections, and develops scalable reporting processes as organizational needs grow.

Working closely with the Senior Business Analyst, Grant Management Team, and program teams, the analyst supports data-informed decisions through routine reporting, data quality management, process improvement, and the development of reporting infrastructure and automation solutions. The position may be performed remotely from anywhere in the United States, with quarterly travel to Dallas, Texas. Limited additional travel and flexibility to work at different sites as scheduled are required.

Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation, a valid state-issued driver’s license, and car insurance.
• Must be able to travel on a limited basis and work at different sites as scheduled.
• Must be able to maintain files and lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets, identify trends, monitor performance, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Experience producing recurring performance reports, developing key metrics, monitoring outcomes, and supporting performance improvement through data-informed insights.
• Ability to evaluate historical and current performance data, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and support forecasting and projections.
• Ability to communicate data clearly through dashboards, reports, and visualizations for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to assess reporting workflows, identify inefficiencies, and develop scalable processes that improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
• Proficiency working with large datasets using tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence and reporting platforms.
• Commitment to data accuracy and integrity, including validating reports, identifying discrepancies, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining consistent reporting methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines, prioritize competing demands, and coordinate tasks across stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including gathering business requirements, explaining analytical findings, and collaborating with program staff, leadership, and external partners.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and adapt to evolving reporting needs in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with grant-funded programs, performance measurement, government reporting requirements, homelessness response systems, HMIS data, or related human-service environments.

Responsibilities

• Produce recurring monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports for organizational programs.
• Monitor key performance indicators and identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas requiring corrective action.
• Analyze program performance data and prepare summaries, visualizations, and recommendations for leadership and program staff.
• Collaborate with internal teams to investigate data anomalies and resolve reporting discrepancies.
• Design, document, and maintain scalable reporting processes, workflows, and standard operating procedures.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual reporting processes and improve reporting efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to data management, reporting operations, and performance measurement.
• Create and maintain documentation for report specifications, business rules, and reporting methodologies.
• Create dashboards and data visualizations for ongoing monitoring of grant and program performance.
• Translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
• Provide analytical support for program planning, performance management, and operational decision-making.
• Assist with ad hoc analyses and special projects related to organizational priorities.
• Support program staff in understanding and using performance data to improve outcomes.
• Present findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders as needed.
• Develop tools and processes to monitor key data quality indicators.
• Partner with program staff and system users to address data issues and improve data collection practices.
• Support testing and validation of reports, dashboards, and reporting enhancements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible PTO policy for full-time employees.
• Office closure on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• MLK Jr. Day, Juneteenth, and Election Day are designated Days of Service.
• Employer pays 90% of employee medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums and 50% of family medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
• Basic life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Laptop provided; phone and/or hotspot provided if needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed