Senior Business Intelligence & Data Analytics Analyst (Internal Audit)

American IT Systems

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70–$75
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Backlog Prioritization, Best Practices, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Intelligence Software, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Science, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Finance, Financial Reporting, GitHub, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internal Audit, Microsoft Product Family, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Organizational Skills, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Privacy Controls, Problem Solving Skills, Productivity Management, Programming Tools, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Reconciliation, Reporting Dashboards, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Scalable System Development, Sprint Planning, Standup Meetings, Statistics, Tableau, Traceability, Validation Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
5 days ago

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Job Title: Senior Business Intelligence & Data Analytics Analyst (Internal Audit)
Location: Austin, TX (Harris Branch Building 34, 1st Floor)
Work Site: 100% Onsite
Duration: 6 Months (Contract)
Shift: 9:00 AM 6:00 PM (Central Time)
Experience: senior level
Position Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Number of Openings: 1
Maximum Bill Rate: $65-75/hr on C2C Max

Job Title
Senior Business Intelligence & Data Analytics Analyst (Internal Audit)

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical Senior Business Intelligence & Data Analytics Analyst to join the Global Internal Audit team.

This individual contributor role will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering advanced analytics and AI-enabled solutions that strengthen audit effectiveness, improve risk identification, and generate actionable business insights.
The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in SQL, Python, business intelligence tools, data governance, and audit analytics while collaborating closely with audit teams and business stakeholders to build scalable, audit-ready analytical solutions.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, or a related field.
Master's degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, or a related discipline preferred.
5+ years of experience in Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, Audit Analytics, or related analytical roles.
Experience supporting Internal Audit, SOX compliance, Risk Management, or Finance organizations is highly preferred.

Required Technical Skills
Advanced SQL for complex querying, data extraction, and optimization.
Strong Python programming for data preparation, automation, validation, and analytics.
Experience with statistical analysis and analytical methodologies.
Hands-on experience with Tableau and/or Microsoft Power BI.
Experience designing and supporting data pipelines and ETL/data transformation processes.
Strong understanding of data modeling and reporting best practices.
Experience developing reusable analytical assets and documentation.
Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or similar code-generation platforms.
Exposure to Microsoft Copilot Studio is a plus.
Working knowledge of React is preferred.
Experience using Jira and Confluence for Agile project management and documentation.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.

Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deliver advanced analytics and AI-enabled solutions to improve audit coverage, risk identification, and operational insights.
Translate complex audit and business requirements into scalable, defensible, and actionable analytical solutions.
Partner with Internal Audit teams and business stakeholders to integrate analytics into audit planning, execution, SOX reviews, operational audits, and enterprise risk initiatives.
Build dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Tableau and Power BI.
Develop automated data preparation, validation, and reporting processes using SQL and Python.
Ensure high standards of data governance, privacy, security, and quality throughout the analytics lifecycle.
Perform data reconciliation, validation, and traceability checks to ensure audit-ready outputs.
Estimate effort, prioritize work, and independently manage multiple analytics initiatives.
Develop reusable analytics frameworks, templates, and documentation to improve consistency across audit engagements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for automation and AI adoption.
Mentor junior analysts and promote analytics best practices across the team.
Collaborate within Agile teams by participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Preferred Skills
Experience with Internal Audit analytics.
Knowledge of SOX compliance and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
Understanding of IT General Controls (ITGC).
Familiarity with risk management and enterprise controls frameworks.
Experience leveraging AI tools for analytics automation and productivity improvements.

Soft Skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to explain technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Self-driven with the ability to work independently.
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

Tools & Technologies
SQL
Python
Tableau
Microsoft Power BI
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft Copilot Studio
GitHub Copilot / Claude Code (or similar AI coding tools)
Jira
Confluence
React (Preferred)

About the Company

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American IT Systems