Data Analytics & Reporting Lead

Ascend Technologies

. Act as Ascend Technologies’ central owner of data and analytics .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analytics and business intelligence, with a strong focus on SQL query optimization, dashboard creation using Power BI, and data governance. Capable of translating complex data into actionable insights for diverse audiences while managing multiple priorities effectively.

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SQL Query OptimizationPower BI Dashboard DevelopmentData Governance ParticipationData Quality ManagementBusiness Intelligence Experience

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Hard Skills

SQLData ModelingDashboard CreationData TransformationData AnalysisAutomationForecastingMachine Learning ConceptsData NormalizationData Quality Assurance

Soft Skills

Independent WorkPrioritizationCommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Power BISalesforceServiceNowPaylocitySage IntacctTableauClaudeDbtAPIsRelational Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

PL-300Business Intelligence Credential

Industry Keywords

Data AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceData GovernanceManaged ServicesPredictive Modeling

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonServiceNowSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as Ascend Technologies’ central owner of data and analytics
Work with Salesforce, ServiceNow, Paylocity, and Sage Intacct via SQL and APIs to extract, normalize, and shape data
Define what belongs in the central infrastructure and maintain a trusted data foundation
Maintain consistent definitions and documented transformation logic
Proactively resolve data quality issues
Design and build executive-ready Power BI dashboards and reports, as well as custom Claude-built dashboards
Create dashboards for internal leadership and select client-facing use
Translate complex data into clear visual narratives for technical and non-technical audiences
Partner with the Data & AI Architect on predictive models and forecasting tools
Report on Claude and AI usage to support governed-data adoption
Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify reporting needs and define metrics
Convert business requirements into scalable data models and dashboard specifications
Map workflows to identify opportunities for improved outcomes through analytics
Own the business-facing data dictionary and certified metrics
Participate in the Data Governance Committee
Provide primary analytical requirements input to the central data infrastructure
Eliminate manual and redundant reporting through automation and self-service analytics
Bring new tools and ideas as the analytics function matures
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be located in the United States
Must work CST working hours
At least 3–5+ years in a business intelligence, data analyst, data architect, or similar role
Proven track record of building and delivering dashboards and reports
Strong ability to write, optimize, and troubleshoot complex SQL queries across relational databases
Hands-on experience with at least one major BI platform (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent)
Demonstrated ability to work with messy, multi-source data and produce clean, consistent analytical outputs
Ability to manage workload independently, prioritize competing requests, and iterate toward high-quality outputs without close oversight
Familiarity with Salesforce, ServiceNow, Paylocity, or Sage Intacct data models is preferred
Experience with dbt, Python, Claude or other AI tools, forecasting, and machine learning concepts is preferred
Background in managed services is preferred
PL-300 or equivalent BI credential is preferred
Must be able to sit, stand, and bend for the duration of the shift
Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement savings options
Flexible time off (FTO)
Professional development opportunities