Data Analyst II (Contractor)

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Data Analyst II (Audit & Compliance Focus) - Contract Houston, TX | Hybrid/Remote Flexibility | Telecom Industry | Contract We are seeking a Data Analyst II to support a regional audit team focused on compliance, asset management, and sales quality across large-scale operations. This role sits at the intersection of business performance and data validation-ensuring KPIs, reporting, and operational metrics are accurate, aligned, and actionable. This is not a traditional SQL-heavy analyst role. Instead, it's a high-impact audit and insights position where your ability to identify inconsistencies, validate performance, and influence decision-making will directly impact business outcomes. You'll work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to uncover trends, flag risks, and drive operational improvements across the region. The Opportunity (Why This Role Stands Out) This is a high-visibility role where your insights directly influence strategy, performance, and accountability. If you have a background in audit, compliance, asset management, or sales quality, this is your chance to step into a role where your analytical thinking drives real-world decisions-not just dashboards. Contract Details • Duration: Contract (long-term potential) • Start: ASAP (quick turnaround post background check) • Schedule: Standard business hours with occasional flexibility Required Skills & Experience • 3-5+ years of experience in data analysis, audit, compliance, or business operations • Strong background in compliance auditing, asset management, or sales quality analysis • Experience working with KPIs, performance metrics, and trend analysis • Ability to identify data inconsistencies, anomalies, and root causes • Strong communication skills with the ability to present insights to business stakeholders • Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and reporting Desired Skills & Experience • Experience in telecom or large enterprise environments • Familiarity with KPI frameworks and performance baselining • Experience with JIRA or similar project tracking tools • Exposure to visualization tools (Tableau or similar), but not required What You Will Be Doing • Conduct regional audits focused on compliance, asset integrity, and sales quality performance • Analyze KPI trends and identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement • Validate data accuracy and investigate inconsistencies or anomalies • Partner with stakeholders to align on findings and drive corrective actions • Translate analysis into clear, actionable insights and business recommendations • Support development of audit methodologies and standardized reporting processes • Track workstreams, deliverables, and progress using JIRA • Present findings and insights to leadership in a clear and compelling manner Tech Breakdown • 70% Audit, KPI Analysis & Business Insights • 30% Reporting & Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA, light visualization tools) Daily Responsibilities • 40% Audit & Compliance Review • 30% KPI Analysis & Data Validation • 30% Reporting, Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration Key Traits for Success • Detail-oriented with a strong investigative mindset • Comfortable working independently in a distributed team • Strong business acumen with the ability to connect data to operational impact • Proactive communicator who can clearly explain findings and recommendations • Solution-oriented with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity