Business Data Analyst

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract to Hire

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Business Data Analyst to join a dynamic Business Intelligence team supporting enterprise-level business operations. This individual will work closely with business stakeholders to deliver advanced analytics, interactive dashboards, predictive models, and actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate has strong SQL expertise, experience with Power BI and/or Tableau, and a proven ability to translate complex data into meaningful business recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to gather requirements and translate business needs into reporting and analytics solutions.
• Extract, analyze, and validate data from enterprise data warehouses, operational systems, and approved data sources.
• Design, develop, and maintain:
  • Interactive dashboards
  • Executive reports
  • Data visualizations
  • Business intelligence solutions
  • Ad hoc reporting requests
• Build descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics that support strategic business initiatives.
• Develop forecasting models and perform scenario analysis to support business planning.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear, concise manner.
• Document, test, validate, and maintain analytical models following established governance standards.
• Perform peer reviews of SQL code, reports, dashboards, and analytical solutions.
• Ensure reporting accuracy, data integrity, security, and proper documentation.
• Maintain existing dashboards, reports, and business intelligence assets.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor''s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or another quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in business intelligence, reporting, or data analytics.
• Experience delivering:
  • Descriptive Analytics
  • Diagnostic Analytics
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Prescriptive Analytics
• Experience partnering directly with business stakeholders to solve business problems using data.

Required Technical Skills

• Advanced SQL
• Database querying and data management
• Power BI and/or Tableau (strong preference for experience with both)
• Data visualization
• Business Intelligence reporting
• Predictive modeling
• Forecasting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Visio
• Jira
• Adobe Acrobat

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with enterprise data warehouses
• Knowledge of data governance and model validation
• Experience creating executive dashboards and KPI reporting
• Ability to communicate technical findings to non-technical audiences
• Strong presentation and business consulting skills

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Collaborative team player capable of working across multiple business units

Compensation
$60 - $65 per hour W-2
This role is eligible for an annual performance bonus. 
This is the targeted compensation range for this role. Please note that this range is 
provided as a guideline and the final offer will be based on several factors, including but 
not limited to, skillset and competencies, level of experience, education, certifications, and 
location. 

Benefits 
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and 
disability insurance; 401(k).

Work Authorization

Work sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work 
in the United States without sponsorship. 

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, 
religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual 
orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, 
state, or local law.