Data Project Analyst
New York, NY US
Job Description
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Data Project Analyst to support short-term data and reporting initiatives. This role will assist with gathering, analyzing, and organizing data to support project planning, decision-making, and performance tracking across teams.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable working with large datasets, and able to communicate findings clearly. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong technical and administrative skills looking to contribute to fast-paced project work on a temporary basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect, clean, and organize data from multiple sources for analysis and reporting
- Build and maintain spreadsheets, trackers, and dashboards using Excel or Google Sheets
- Support project teams by analyzing trends, preparing summaries, and generating reports
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and clarity in reporting deliverables
- Assist with documentation, task tracking, and data-related process improvements
- Ensure data integrity and alignment across project documentation and systems
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in a data-driven or project support role
- Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP) or Google Sheets
- Familiarity with project tools like JIRA, Asana, or Smartsheet a plus
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Clear communicator with ability to translate data into actionable insights
- Comfortable working independently and adapting quickly in a fast-moving environment


