Job Description
Are you ready to launch your career in Data Analytics?
Apex Data Systems is seeking a motivated Junior Data Analyst to join our dynamic team in Virginia Beach. We are looking for analytical minds who are eager to learn and grow, even if you are just starting out. This is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates or career changers looking for remote options and hands-on experience.
As a Junior Data Analyst, you will play a crucial role in transforming raw data into actionable business insights. You will work closely with senior analysts to develop reports, visualize data trends, and support strategic decision-making processes. We believe in nurturing talent and providing the training necessary for long-term success.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexible remote work options and hybrid schedules available.
- Comprehensive mentorship and training programs for no experience candidates.
- Career growth within a rapidly expanding tech sector.
Responsibilities
- Collect and Clean Data: Gather, organize, and preprocess large datasets to ensure accuracy and reliability for analysis.
- Dashboard Creation: Develop and maintain interactive dashboards using tools like Tableau or PowerBI to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Trend Analysis: Identify patterns, trends, and correlations within data to help the business solve problems and optimize performance.
- Reporting: Generate clear, concise, and professional reports for stakeholders, translating complex data into understandable insights.
- Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and support business objectives.
- SQL Querying: Write and optimize SQL queries to retrieve specific data points from databases.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP) is required. Experience with SQL is a plus.
- Tools: Basic knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI, or Google Data Studio) is desirable.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present findings to non-technical audiences.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy when handling sensitive data and performing complex calculations.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to think critically about data sets.