Data Analyst

Your role ValleyStar is growing and we are looking for a Data Analyst to join the team! In this role you, will support ValleyStar’s strategic initiatives and decision-making process by developing and delivering actionable insights and analytic reporting. You are collecting, analyzing, and documenting business requirements for projects and work requests, including but not limited to process and data flow, security, and reporting requirements. Collaborating closely with project teams, inter-departmental stakeholders, and an array of external partners. We offer We offer a great environment to work within and opportunities for career advancement. We strive to improve our team’s quality of life and well-being and offer competitive benefits packages. Our full-time team members enjoy medical, dental and vision insurance, generous vacation and sick time, paid holidays, paid time off to volunteer and a 401k plan with company match, to name a few. Your day Serves as a subject matter expert for the credit union by addressing questions regarding credit union demographics, products and services, channel use information, as well as broad financial and credit union industry topics Collaborates with internal stakeholders and management to develop a clear understanding of their strategic and tactical business initiatives Use data tools to design, analyze, and debug both new and existing applications and reports Perform complex data analysis and clearly interpret results to the end-user Assesses and plans data strategy for projects and work requests to aid in the decision-making process, strategic goals, and objectives Collaborate with all departments to determine efficiencies and develop a process to meet business needs Interprets data and makes recommendations on processes, products, and services to increase efficiency and member value Appropriately and efficiently manages the Data Helpdesk ticketing queue Remains current on credit union and financial industry trends through news, publications, seminars, conferences, training, and internal meetings Builds and maintains relationships with internal team members, leadership, key stakeholders, and/or external contacts Provides forward thinking technical expertise in current and emerging technologies, trends, and best practices Collaborates on reviews of proposed technology software to assess the integrity, need, and quality of the solution We need Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer/Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field. 5+ years of credit union experience delivering insights in a data-centric role with an emphasis on analysis and insights 2+ Years of experience with Data Analysis and Reporting tools (Microsoft SSMS, Power BI, Oracle, Azure, AWS, etc.) Advanced analytical and conceptual skills to create concepts/theories for projects Proven experience in performing analysis of business functions and processes Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio or other IDE preferred Familiar with SQL, Python, R, C++, C#, JavaScript/HTML, PowerShell, etc. Must be a highly motivated self-starter Master’s Degree in related field is a plus. Professional certification/license is a plus. A combination of equivalent work and/or education will be considered Who we are All across Virginia, ValleyStar Credit Union has been serving businesses and families like yours since 1953. It’s our mission to make banking and managing your finances as easy and convenient as possible. We want to get beyond the dry language of mortgages, loans, accounts and credit cards to what you really care about – the house you’d love to own, the bigger car, the credit card that works with your lifestyle, reaching that goal of a law degree, owning a small business or a secure retirement. If you can dream it, we can help you achieve it. ValleyStar Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Therefore, ValleyStar Credit Union does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr