Junior Data Analyst

Description

Company Information

Financial Technology company Electronic Merchant Systems (EMS), is a Private Equity owned  industry-leading merchant solutions and payments provider.  

EMS offers payment processing solutions for retail and eCommerce merchants through three distinct go-to-market sales channels, with a focus on eCommerce and small-to-medium sized merchants. EMS delivers innovative, cost-effective payment solutions to tens of thousands of retail, online, and start-up businesses across the United States. With a seasoned leadership team, a scalable platform, and unique distribution channels, EMS is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities and expand its merchant network. www.emscorporate.com 

About the role

We’re looking for a Junior Data Analyst or Data Scientist to join our growing Data team. While the role will primarily focus on risk-related projects and analytics, you’ll also contribute to a broad range of data initiatives across the business. You’ll collaborate closely with analysts and data engineers to align back-end data structures with the front-end needs of the business. This role offers strong exposure to senior stakeholders, giving you the chance to turn data insights into tangible business impact and help drive meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain reports and dashboards to support business visibility and decision-making (with an initial focus on risk)
• Build scalable code by integrating multiple data sources to support reporting and analysis
• Analyze data to identify trends, success indicators, and performance insights that inform key business decisions
• Support the automation and streamlining of manual risk reporting processes to improve efficiency
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to ensure data quality and accuracy
• Contribute to data governance and data management practices to maintain high standards of data integrity across teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM related discipline
• Strong proficiency in SQL for querying and transforming large and varied datasets, and experience in at least one programming language (Python or R)
• Hands-on experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik
• Demonstrated advanced analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex data, identify key trends, and generate actionable insights in clear PowerPoint presentations
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to data accuracy and quality
• A proactive and curious mindset, with a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Prior payments/risk experience preferred

What we offer

• A chance to be a part of a mission-critical team driving data-informed decision making
• Mentorship and growth opportunities in the data analytics and risk space
• Access to training, tools and resources to support technical and non-technical development
• A collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment

EMS Core Values 

• One Team: Engage and connect by fostering open dialogue and building trust through clear and effective communication.  Be respectful of your teammates as we all strive for a common goal 
• Professionalism: Exceed expectations by demonstrating expertise and professionalism in every interaction.  Elevate standards by upholding integrity, respect, and excellence in all aspects of your work 
• Accountability: Drive results by taking initiative and delivering measurable outcomes consistently.  Own it by embracing challenges head-on and getting it done 
• Urgency: Act swiftly by prioritizing tasks and executing with speed and precision.  Stay laser-focused by maintaining clarity and concentrating on what truly matters.  Get the right things done 

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