Data Analyst

Data Analyst,Raleigh, NC,United States

Database Analyst

The Data Analyst will play a key role in supporting audit activities by collecting, processing, and analyzing data from various state agencies. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with analytics tools and common coding languages. This role involves working closely with auditors, investigators, and state agencies to provide actionable insights that drive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from various state government agencies.
• Identify trends, anomalies, and patterns in financial and operational data.
• Develop data models, dashboards, and visualizations to support audit findings and reports.
• Collaborate with audit teams to provide data-driven insights
• Assist in the automation of data analysis and reporting processes.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Present findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of predictive models and risk assessments to detect fraud, waste, and inefficiencies in government programs
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in data analysis, preferably in government, auditing, or financial sectors.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or other programming languages for data analysis.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex data insights clearly.
• Knowledge of auditing principles, governmental accounting, or financial regulations is preferred.
• Familiarity with machine learning, data mining or predictive analytics is a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
  
  

Skill Matrix

• Required 3 Years Experience in data analysis, preferably in government, auditing, or financial sectors.
• Required 3 Years Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or other programming languages for data analysis
• Required 3 Years Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar
• Highly desired 3 Years Knowledge of auditing principles, governmental accounting, or financial regulations.
• Highly desired 3 Years Familiarity with machine learning, data mining or predictive analytics.
• Required Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus