Job Description
Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career in data analysis and strategic planning? Apex Data Solutions is seeking a talented and motivated Entry Level Business Analyst to join our dynamic team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams. You will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, utilizing your analytical skills to identify process improvements and drive business growth. We offer a comprehensive training program for aspiring analysts, ensuring you have the tools you need to succeed.
Why Join Apex Data Solutions?
- Competitive starting salary and performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive mentorship and career development programs.
- Modern work environment with a focus on innovation.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance for all full-time employees.
We are looking for individuals who are curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. If you are ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Requirements Gathering: Conduct interviews and workshops with stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze detailed business requirements and functional specifications.
- Process Improvement: Evaluate existing business processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend solutions for optimization.
- Data Analysis: Assist in the collection and analysis of data to support business decisions, creating reports and visualizations to present findings to management.
- Documentation: Create and maintain clear documentation, including process maps, user stories, and functional requirements documents (FRDs).
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a liaison between technical teams (developers, QA) and business units to ensure project goals are met.
- Project Support: Support project managers in tracking project milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable business insights.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP) and PowerPoint. Experience with SQL or data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI) is a plus.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Problem Solving: Proven ability to identify problems and propose effective, logical solutions.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to data entry, documentation, and quality assurance.