Sr Business Data Analyst

Job Title: Senior Technical Business Analyst - solid SQL and data analysisLocation: New York City, NY (Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week)Duration: 6+ months (long-term contract)Rate: $600–$650/dayCan work W2 OR C2CIntroductionOur client is seeking a Senior Technical Business Analyst - solid SQL and data analysis (Technical BA) to serve as the functional counterpart to the BI/Power BI Developer within a growing Business Intelligence team. This role is ideal for a highly analytical professional who excels at translating business needs into actionable reporting solutions. You’ll play a critical role in shaping data storytelling, improving business processes, and enabling informed decision-making across finance and operations.Required Skills & QualificationsMinimum 8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within reporting, BI, or data-driven environments.Proven ability to gather, document, and translate business requirements into technical specifications for development teams.Strong SQL skills and understanding of relational databases.Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and validation.Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both business stakeholders and technical teams.Experience working with large data sets Preferred Skills & QualificationsExperience within finance or private equity environments.Understanding of data visualization best practices and reporting optimization.Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesPartner with the business and BI teams to understand reporting needs and translate them into clear, actionable technical requirements.Collaborate closely with developers to design and deliver intuitive, visually engaging dashboards and reports.Ensure data accuracy and consistency across reports while advocating for efficient, scalable data processes.Work with stakeholders to gather requirements, define KPIs, and support data-driven decision-making.Manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.Act as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams to bridge communication and expectations.Team StructureBusiness Intelligence Team: 3 onshore (NYC) + 4 offshoreData Engineering Team: Based in Dallas (2 onshore + 5 offshore; team lead in Dallas) #TECH