Senior Data Analyst - Data Analytics Division
About The Position
The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to serve on our Data Analytics Division and support audit efforts by leading complex data analysis. As part of our team, you will get to: Identify risk indicators and develop tools to enhance audit effectiveness Design and develop interactive dashboards, data visualizations, and reporting tools that clearly communicate findings and drive decision-making Identify trends, anomalies, and performance issues in state agency and internal operational data Provide quality assurance and peer review for analysis and visual products developed by junior analysts Collaborate with audit teams to define data needs and deliver insights that enhance audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting
Requirements
- Advanced skills in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language commonly used for analysis (e.g., Python, R)
- Demonstrated ability to communicate data-driven findings through compelling visual narratives
- A bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours in accounting and 12 semester hours in information technology or computer & information security from an appropriately accredited institution and 3 years of experience in auditing/accounting or information technology/computer security OR A bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in information technology or computer & information security and 12 semester hours in accounting/business from an appropriately accredited institution and 3 years of experience in auditing/accounting or information technology/computer security OR An equivalent combination of education and experience
Responsibilities
- Identify risk indicators and develop tools to enhance audit effectiveness
- Design and develop interactive dashboards, data visualizations, and reporting tools that clearly communicate findings and drive decision-making
- Identify trends, anomalies, and performance issues in state agency and internal operational data
- Provide quality assurance and peer review for analysis and visual products developed by junior analysts
- Collaborate with audit teams to define data needs and deliver insights that enhance audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting
Benefits
- 40-hour work week with flexible schedule options
- Ability to earn compensatory time off
- Generous paid time off each year
- Competitive pay
- Affordable health insurance options
- Enrollment in the state's pension plan
- Options for additional supplemental savings
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
