Strategy & Reporting Analyst
Absa
n/a - n/a
R200–600 per hour
Johannesburg, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality
Contract
Business Analyst
Role
Role Overview
A Strategy & Reporting Analyst supports business decision-making by providing data-driven insights, strategic analysis, and performance reporting. This role bridges strategy and analytics, translating complex data into actionable recommendations while tracking business performance against strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Analysis
- Support development and execution of business strategies
- Conduct market, competitor, and internal performance analysis
- Identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities
- Build business cases and scenario models
Reporting & Insights
- Develop and maintain dashboards and performance reports
- Analyze KPIs and provide actionable insights to stakeholders
- Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Ensure data consistency and integrity across reports
Data Management & Visualization
- Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets
- Use data visualization tools to present insights clearly
- Translate complex data into executive-level summaries
- Work with data teams to improve data quality and accessibility
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with business units to understand reporting needs
- Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders
- Support decision-making through clear communication of insights
Performance Tracking
- Monitor business performance against strategic goals
- Track key initiatives and measure outcomes
- Highlight deviations and recommend corrective actions
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and analytics processes
- Implement best practices in data analysis and reporting
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Required Skills & Experience
Analytical & Technical Skills
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in tools such as Excel (advanced), SQL, and Power BI / Tableau
- Experience with data modeling and forecasting techniques
- Understanding of KPIs, financial metrics, and performance tracking
Business & Strategy Understanding
- Ability to link data insights to business strategy
- Experience with strategic planning and performance management
- Understanding of industry trends and market dynamics
Communication & Visualization
- Strong presentation and storytelling skills
- Ability to simplify complex data for non-technical audiences
- Experience creating executive dashboards and reports
Soft Skills
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Stakeholder management and collaboration skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Statistics, or related field
- Postgraduate qualification (advantageous)
- Certifications in data analytics or BI tools (preferred)
Experience
- 3–6 years in analytics, reporting, or strategy roles
- Experience in corporate, consulting, or financial services environments (preferred)
- Proven experience working with large datasets and reporting tools
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Business acumen
- Insight generation
- Reporting and visualization
- Continuous improvement mindset
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