<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Data Analyst to join our team in Maple Grove, Minnesota. This role is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex data sets to support business decision-making, operational performance, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel and proven experience in market forecasting, trend analysis, and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Analyze large data sets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable business insights.</li><li>Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and models to support leadership decision-making.</li><li>Use advanced Excel functions to manipulate, summarize, and analyze data, including:</li><li>PivotTables and PivotCharts</li><li>XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS, COUNTIFS</li><li>Nested IF statements</li><li>Power Query</li><li>Data validation</li><li>Conditional formatting</li><li>Advanced formulas and financial/statistical functions</li><li>Build and refine market forecasting models to project sales, demand, revenue, and business trends.</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to gather reporting requirements and deliver meaningful analysis.</li><li>Monitor key performance indicators and provide recommendations based on findings.</li><li>Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across reporting systems.</li><li>Present analytical findings to stakeholders in a clear, concise, and business-friendly manner.</li><li>Support budgeting, planning, and strategic initiatives through data-driven forecasting and scenario analysis.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and increase efficiency through automation and best practices.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an IT Financial Analyst to join a team in South Haven, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys working with detailed information, improving data quality, and supporting reliable reporting across business systems. The role focuses on maintaining accurate records, reviewing imported information, and partnering with cross-functional teams to keep data aligned with operational needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Transfer and reconcile engineering and manufacturing data across multiple business applications, including spreadsheets and enterprise systems.<br>• Examine uploaded records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and consistency before information is finalized.<br>• Investigate mismatched or incomplete data, correct routine issues, and escalate more complex problems to the appropriate technical or engineering teams.<br>• Validate key production details such as part identifiers, material specifications, counts, and related item information.<br>• Keep thorough records of completed updates, corrections made, and exceptions identified during data review activities.<br>• Support dependable information flow between connected systems by following established controls and quality standards.<br>• Collaborate with engineering, drafting, manufacturing, and IT stakeholders during system-related process updates and data activities.<br>• Contribute to the development of data entry methods, workflow guidance, and documentation as procedures evolve.<br>• Participate in testing revised processes, documenting outcomes, and assisting with ongoing data cleanup or special assignments as needed.