Reporting Analyst

XP Power
Pangbourne
1 year ago
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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Reporting Analyst to join our team in Pangbourne, United Kingdom. As a Reporting Analyst, you will play a crucial role in transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality reports and analytics solutions.

  • Managing ad-hoc data extraction and transformation requests to support business needs for data visibility. 

  • Support a new initiative for business self-serve analytics with the provision of common comprehensive and re-usable datasets. 

  • Provision of visuals in Power BI to meet business reporting requirements. 

  • Strong working knowledge of technologies including SQL, Azure and Databricks to compile underlying data models to support reporting. 

  • Support the ingestion process and scheduling of source raw data tables into the XP data warehouse. 

  • Liaison with the business and SAP Data Architect to understand data requirements for extraction in preparation for reporting. 

  • Support the business with any general reporting issues, queries and management of enhancement requests. 

  • Maintenance and creation of key documentation to support BI and the XP reporting catalogue. 


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field
  • Proven experience working with Power BI and strong SQL skills for data querying and transformation
  • Proficiency in developing data cubes to support self-serve reporting, including requirements gathering, design, build, deployment, and training
  • Experience working with SAP systems, specifically in reporting and data analysis
  • Exposure to Microsoft Azure Data Factory and Databricks
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate meaningful insights
  • Excellent documentation skills, including the ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and create clear user guides
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy and quality
  • Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to present complex problems in a simple manner to non-technical audiences
  • Experience with data visualization tools and knowledge of data warehousing concepts
  • Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels and work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently
  • Proven track record of delivering efficient and innovative reporting solutions



Additional Information

Location

  • Based in the UK
  • Hybrid 2 days in the Pangbourne Office and 3 days from home

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