Hiring Remote Business Analyst in Oakland, CA

Abacus Service Corporation is seeking a Business Analyst for a 6-month contract position. The role involves performing analysis on data models, developing reports, and participating in project teams to meet business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Performs analysis on moderately complex data models selecting from various reports and data options
• Determines data needs, collects data, selects from different analytical techniques to achieve desired data outcomes
• Understands business needs, develops new reports and performs custom/ad-hoc reporting working independently. Presents findings to various audiences
• Performs basic research internally and externally
• Communicates with peers inside and outside the department exchanging ideas or gathering information
• Participates in project teams

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent work experience required
• 2 years of related work experience
• Knowledge of different analytical methods, approaches and tactics
• Full understanding of fundamental analysis and what-if modeling and how different factors affect business outcomes
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
• Organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
• Adaptable to changing business conditions and ambiguity
• Presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Project, Visio or similar software
• Advanced in Information Analysis, Metrics and KPI Tracking
• Proficient in Market Research, Consulting Skills, Project Management Skills
• General understanding in Operational Monitoring & Analysis, Advocacy and Persuasion, and Presentation Skills
• Analytics Database Skills & College Degree
• Detail oriented
• Good excel skills
• Good communication skills
• Documentation experience desirable