Data Analyst
The Data Analyst at Confidential Client is responsible for analyzing large, complex datasets to uncover trends and actionable insights that drive organizational growth. This role involves building and maintaining dashboards and reports, ensuring data quality, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and improving data workflows to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT Services and IT Consulting.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level Data Analyst role will help turn raw data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders. You will:
- Analyze large, multi-source datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Build, maintain, and enhance dashboards and reports that inform decision-making across teams.
- Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and validate data.
- Develop repeatable data processes and automations to improve reporting reliability and timeliness.
- Collaborate with business partners to gather requirements, translate needs into technical solutions, and deliver accurate analytics.
- Perform data quality checks and troubleshoot discrepancies; implement corrective actions to improve data integrity.
- Communicate findings clearly, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences.
What We’re Looking For
Candidates should demonstrate solid analytical fundamentals and a willingness to learn in a collaborative environment:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Experience working with SQL to query and manipulate data.
- Familiarity with a scripting or analytic language (Python or similar).
- Basic experience creating dashboards or visualizations (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to validating data.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for presenting insights to stakeholders.
- Problem-solving mindset and eagerness to improve processes and automation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship or project experience building dashboards and reports for business users.
- Exposure to data modeling, ETL concepts, or statistical analysis.
- Experience working with large, multi-source datasets and understanding of data governance best practices.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced consulting or client-services environment.
Skills & Tools
- Power BI (dashboarding & visualization)
- SQL (complex querying, joins, aggregations)
- Python (data manipulation, basic analytics)
- Excel (pivot tables, lookups)
- Data quality validation and troubleshooting
- Clear stakeholder communication and requirements gathering
What We Offer
Careertakes is supporting this hire for a confidential client in the IT Services and IT Consulting industry. The confidential client offers a competitive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision plans (employer-paid portions vary by plan)
- Personal Time Off (PTO) and paid leave
- Long-term disability (employer-paid) and life insurance (employer-paid)
- 401(k) with employer matching (details vary by role)
- Employee recognition programs and referral incentives
- Professional development opportunities and on-the-job learning
Benefits described here come from the hiring organization and may vary by hire/location. Exact benefits will be shared during the interview process.
Location & Work Type
- Location: Michigan (onsite or as specified by the confidential client)
- Employment type: Full-time
- This position follows all applicable federal and Michigan employment laws.
Recruiting & Hiring Notes
Careertakes is acting as a third-party recruiting platform for this role. We follow industry best practices for fair hiring: applicants will be evaluated on skills, experience, and fit for the role. The confidential client may use technology-assisted screening tools as part of the process; human reviewers make final decisions.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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