Job Description
The Business Data Analyst will accurately record, organise, analyse, and maintain business transactions and administrative data. The role will support management with reliable reports and insights for decision-making while ensuring that business records are complete, accurate, and up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Record and maintain accurate records of all business transactions, including income, expenses, purchases, sales, payments, and other operational activities.
Collect, verify, organise, and update business and administrative data.
Maintain accurate databases, spreadsheets, transaction logs, and other business records.
Reconcile transaction records and identify discrepancies, errors, or missing information.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on business transactions and operational activities.
Analyse business data to identify trends, variances, patterns, and areas requiring management attention.
Track business expenses, revenues, outstanding payments, and other relevant financial/operational information.
Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and business performance reports where required.
Ensure proper filing and documentation of invoices, receipts, payment records, purchase records, and other supporting documents.
Provide accurate data and reports to management to support business planning and decision-making.
Monitor data quality and ensure information is entered accurately and consistently.
Support general administrative activities, including documentation, scheduling, correspondence, and record management.
Maintain confidentiality and security of business and employee information.
Identify opportunities to improve data collection, reporting, and administrative processes.
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong numerical and analytical skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent record-keeping and organisational skills
Data entry and data management
Reporting and presentation skills
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Good communication skills
Strong administrative and multitasking abilities
Integrity and confidentiality
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Qualifications
Bachelor''s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
2–4 years of experience in data analysis, business administration, operations, accounting support, or a similar role.
Experience with transaction recording, data management, reporting, and administrative processes.
Good understanding of business operations and basic financial records.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, data cleaning, and reporting.
Experience with accounting software, ERP systems, or business management tools is an advantage.