Junior Data Analyst

Talent Candey · Newlands East

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Reference: DBN000010-MC-1

QSR / Restaurant -  Junior Data Analyst - Durban Duties & Responsibilities

Our reputable QSR / Restaurant client is currently seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Junior Data Analyst to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting, processing, cleaning, and analyzing business and operational data to support informed decision-making. The role will involve working with data from various sources, including MICROS POS, maintaining databases, identifying trends and patterns, streamlining data collection processes, and preparing accurate analytical reports.

Minimum Requirements - Diploma or Degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Intelligence, or a related field. - Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a Junior Data Analyst, Data Analyst, Reporting Analyst, BI Analyst, or similar role. - Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. - Hands-on experience with Microsoft Access, Power Query, Power BI and SQL. - Experience working with and extracting data from POS systems, preferably MICROS. - Strong understanding of data cleaning, preparation, validation, and analysis. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. - Strong attention to detail and accuracy. - Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Duties & Responsibilities - Collect and consolidate data from various sources, including MICROS POS. - Clean, filter, validate, and prepare datasets for accurate analysis. - Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, relationships, and business insights. - Develop and streamline data collection methods and automated reporting routines. - Assist with the design and maintenance of databases and data systems. - Identify and resolve data errors and monitor database performance. - Extract, manipulate, and analyze data using SQL, Excel, Power Query and Microsoft Access. - Develop reports and dashboards using Power BI. - Prepare analytical reports to support operational and management decision-making. - Continuously identify opportunities to improve data quality, reporting, and analytical processes.

Key Competencies - Analytical and data-driven mindset - High attention to detail - Accuracy and strong problem-solving ability - Good organizational and time-management skills - Ability to work under pressure - Strong technical aptitude - Eagerness to learn and develop within the data analytics field

Please take note: if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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