Director 1 - Data Science & Business Analytics

Houston Independent School District-posted 3 months ago
$130,000 - $155,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Houston, TX
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The Director 1, Data Science & Business Analytics leads the development of advanced financial analytics, predictive modeling, and data-driven insights to strengthen decision-making and operational efficiency. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and the Finance Operations Support team, this role transforms complex financial and operational data into actionable intelligence to support budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management, and long-range planning. This position collaborates extensively across Finance & Operations.

  • Develop and implement data analytics and solutions including reports, visualizations, models, and process automations.
  • Utilize advanced analytics techniques to analyze large datasets, identify trends, correlations, anomalies, and generate business and compliance insights.
  • Developing queries and testing strategies for continuous compliance monitoring testing.
  • Support investigations providing data/forensic analytics including evidence gathering and financial data analysis.
  • Build predictive and prescriptive models for revenue, enrollment, expenditures, fund balance, and capital project forecasting.
  • Translate complex analytics into concise, actionable insights for executives, division leaders, and school-based stakeholders.
  • Create dashboards and self-service analytics in Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools to support CFO leadership, board reporting, and public transparency.
  • Design and implement a finance data and analytics strategy to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with GAAP, state, and federal regulations.
  • Work directly with the CFO on key financial projects, special analyses, and presentations.
  • Partner with Finance Operations Support and other teams to advance a culture of data-informed decision-making.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Business, Accounting, Data Analytics, Public Administration, Management or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Financial or Accounting Data Analyst/Scientist, preferably within a large organization within the public education or corporate sector.
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
  • Demonstrated experience leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) tools and data analytics to enhance financial forecasting, automate workflows, and improve project management efficiency.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget planning, financial management, and resource allocation.
  • Technical & Analytical: Statistical modeling, forecasting, and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Oracle Analytics); familiar with ERP/finance systems and data governance.
  • Advanced user of Excel, Power BI, SAP, Visio, Office Suite, and project management software.
  • Professional certifications or memberships relevant to the industry or leadership role are desirable.
  • License/Certification: CPA or CMA preferred.
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