Location: Washington, DC
Experience Level: 6+ years
Education: Bachelor’s degree required
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst / Data Analyst to join our team. This role will bridge advanced data analytics with business and financial analysis, supporting projects that include mergers & acquisitions, cost savings initiatives, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will be adept at both data-driven problem solving and structured business analysis, bringing consulting expertise and a proven ability to deliver insights that drive business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Data Analytics & Reporting
- Build and manage reports and dashboards in Excel, Power BI, and AI-enabled tools.
- Analyze large datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities related to cost savings, profitability, and operational efficiency.
- Develop KPIs and performance tracking mechanisms to support executive decision-making.
Financial Analysis & Modeling
- Construct and interpret financial models for M&A, including synergy analysis, cost takeout, and profit/cost impact assessments.
- Support deal teams with data-driven insights to inform negotiations, valuation, and post-deal integration planning.
- Conduct scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and forecasting.
Business Analysis
- Lead process documentation, mapping, and reengineering initiatives to optimize workflows.
- Partner with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable solutions.
- Support organizational change initiatives by assessing business impacts and designing reporting mechanisms for leadership.
Consulting & Stakeholder Engagement
- Deliver structured presentations and insights to executives and cross-functional teams.
- Translate complex analysis into clear recommendations for decision-makers.
- Collaborate across consulting and client teams to ensure alignment on objectives and deliverables.
Required Qualifications
- 6+ years of combined experience in business analysis and data analysis, ideally within consulting or commercial project environments.
- Strong proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and experience applying AI tools for analytics.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, particularly in M&A, cost savings, and profit/cost analysis.
- Proven ability to document, map, and reengineer business processes.
- Experience engaging with stakeholders at multiple levels, delivering structured analysis, and presenting findings.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior consulting experience with private equity, corporate M&A, or transformation projects.
- Familiarity with ERP/CRM data environments (SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, etc.).
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment while managing multiple projects.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package.
- Flexible work options (Washington, DC or remote).
- Exposure to high-impact M&A and transformation projects.
- Collaborative team culture with opportunities for professional growth.