Business Analyst - I

Trident Consulting is seeking a " Business Analyst -I " for one of our clients in "St Louis, Missouri" A global leader in business and technology services. Job Title: Business Analyst -I Location: Rosemead, CA (Hybrid) Employment Type: Contract (W2) Pay rate: $25-31/hr. on W2 Work Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:15 PM Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Onsite Monday & Tuesday) Duration: Long-term contract Job Summary • We are seeking a detail-oriented Business Analyst I to support business operations through data analysis, reporting, process documentation, and system updates. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, experience working with data, and the ability to support operational and reporting activities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Gather, compile, and analyze data from databases, spreadsheets, and internal systems • Maintain and update records, tracking logs, and operational files • Execute Excel macros to process transactions and operational updates • Perform system updates, status changes, and maintenance plan deactivations • Support SAP data cleanup and data quality initiatives • Process user access requests and role mapping activities • Prepare, review, and distribute operational and labor reports • Create, update, and maintain work instructions and job aids • Maintain account records and ensure data accuracy across systems • Support process improvement and business operations initiatives Required Qualifications • Associate's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, or a related field • 0–3 years of business analysis, data analysis, reporting, or operational support experience • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to gather, organize, and analyze data effectively • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Required Skills • Microsoft Excel (Macros, Formulas, Data Analysis) • Data Analysis & Reporting • Spreadsheet & Database Management • Process Documentation • Data Validation & Quality Control • Strong Organizational Skills • Time Management • Written & Verbal Communication Preferred Qualifications • Experience with SAP or other ERP systems • Experience creating work instructions or process documentation • Exposure to operational reporting and data cleanup initiatives • Business operations or administrative support experience Ideal Candidate • The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, experience working with large datasets, attention to detail, and the ability to support reporting, documentation, and operational processes in a collaborative environment. About Trident Consulting Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services. We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale