Business Data Analyst

Description Hybrid 3 on in Charlotte, NC Duration: 6+ month contract with possible extensions Rate: $40.00 to $45.00/hr. w2 Our client is seeking a Business Data Analyst to support the Product Owner across the data platform. In this role you will be responsible for business and data analysis, partnering with business, product, and technical stakeholders to gather, refine, and manage data-centric requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria within Jira. The analyst will leverage SQL to identify and validate data sources, investigate data discrepancies, assess data accessibility across systems, and ensure data integrity to support informed decision-making. Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance. Responsibilities • Gather, document, and refine data-centric business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria within Jira. • Partner with business, product, and technical stakeholders to translate business needs into clear, actionable data requirements and ensure alignment across teams. • Identify, analyze, and validate data sources using SQL to support data integrity, accessibility, and business objectives. • Investigate and resolve data discrepancies by analyzing data flows, conducting root cause analysis, and validating data quality across systems. • Assess data availability, system accessibility, and integration points to support business processes and decision-making. • Conduct ad hoc data analysis to answer business questions, uncover insights, and support operational and strategic initiatives. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate opportunities, develop data-driven solutions, and measure business outcomes. • Support quality assurance and validation activities by verifying data accuracy, testing data-related requirements, and ensuring readiness for implementation. • Create and maintain process documentation and process maps as needed, although process mapping is a secondary component of the role. • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance data quality, governance, and operational efficiency. Experience Requirements • Experience conducting business and user research and translating findings into business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria within Jira. • Knowledge of and ability to lead process improvement activities, including process mapping and analysis, process design and optimization, methods development, KPI and metric development, ROI and cost-benefit analysis, and financial reviews. • Proficiency with Jira and Agile methodologies, business process documentation, and requirements gathering. • Advanced Excel and experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools. • SQL or experience querying and validating data. • Root cause analysis and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.