Data Analyst

• Collaborate with business partners to capture reporting objectives, clarify analytical needs, and confirm that requirements are complete and actionable.

• Convert business goals into structured data specifications that support report development, analytics design, and downstream technical work.

• Examine datasets from multiple sources to identify data quality concerns, inconsistencies, and opportunities to strengthen reporting accuracy.

• Create and carry out validation and testing activities to confirm that reporting outputs are dependable, accurate, and aligned with business expectations.

• Perform data mapping, trace data movement across systems, and define relationships among source elements to support analysis and reporting solutions.

• Assist with user acceptance testing by documenting issues, coordinating follow-up, and helping drive timely resolution of defects or data discrepancies.

• Support enterprise analytics initiatives by contributing insights that improve reporting processes, data usability, and overall decision support.

Description We are looking for an experienced IT Data Analyst to join a Contract engagement supporting enterprise reporting and analytics efforts in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In this role, you will work closely with business and technical partners to turn reporting needs into reliable, data-driven solutions that improve insight and decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, hands-on data validation experience, and the communication skills needed to guide requirements from discovery through testing and delivery., * Work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot reporting and data-related challenges in both relational and cloud-based environments. Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Experience working with relational databases and a solid understanding of data warehousing principles.

• Strong SQL skills for analyzing data, validating results, and resolving data-related issues.

• Familiarity with Amazon Redshift or a comparable cloud data platform.

• Experience using Power BI or similar business intelligence and data visualization tools.

• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capabilities in data-focused environments.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

• Prior experience supporting testing, user acceptance activities, and data quality efforts is preferred. Technology Doesn’t Change the World, People Do.®, All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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