Data Analyst Excel

Role overview

This is a remote contract opportunity for a Data Analyst Excel specialist based in Australia. The position focuses on using Microsoft Excel to analyze business data, uncover insights, and support informed decisions. The work is connected to improving AI systems through high-quality real-world input, and prior AI experience is not necessary.

What you will do

• Use Microsoft Excel to perform detailed data analysis and turn raw data into practical insights for teams.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand what data is needed and shape analyses around those needs.
• Inspect, tidy, and verify datasets so they remain accurate, consistent, and reliable.
• Create concise reports and visual outputs that can be understood by both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Spot patterns, irregularities, and useful opportunities within large or complex data sets.
• Record the approach used, the outcomes found, and the recommendations made with strong attention to detail.
• Support the customer’s team by strengthening data-led decision-making.

Skills and qualifications

• Hands-on background in business data analysis, with Microsoft Excel as the main working tool.
• Strong precision and care when handling data, reporting results, and checking quality.
• Clear written and spoken communication skills to explain analytical findings effectively.
• Ability to cooperate with different teams and contribute to business goals.
• Good command of Excel formulas, functions, and visualization features.
• Capability to detect data issues and apply corrective actions.
• Comfort working in fast-moving, data-centric environments.

Preferred background

• Experience helping cross-functional teams use data insights to guide strategy.
• Practice presenting analytical findings to varied audiences.
• Exposure to additional analytics tools or business intelligence software.

Additional information

The employer has identified this as a contract role. The job is remote and located in Australia. The role also involves contributing domain expertise to AI training-related work, with no prior AI background required.