Analyst - Reporting Optimization

Job Description

The Analyst – Reporting Optimization is responsible for improving the effectiveness, quality, and sustainability of institutional reporting. This role combines hands‑on reporting and analytical work with process development leadership to establish and maintain reporting standards, optimize processes, and ensure alignment with institutional priorities and data governance practices.

• Evaluate existing reports to assess accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with institutional priorities
• Identify redundant, outdated, or low‑value reports and recommend consolidation or retirement
• Redesign reports collaboratively with the reporting team to improve usability, clarity, and performance
• Curate and maintain base data sets, develop standardized report structures, naming conventions, and documentation practices
• Work with the reporting team as needed on new report and dashboard needs to ensure compliance and operational reporting requirements are met

• Perform and lead validation of data outputs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability
• Identify discrepancies and partner with data owners to resolve root causes
• Establish and maintain validation protocols for recurring and high‑impact reports
• Support compliance with internal and external reporting requirements

• Analyze reporting workflows to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and rework
• Lead implementation of process improvements to improve turnaround time and service levels
• Support development and application of prioritization frameworks (e.g., tiered reporting, intake processes)
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts using established methodologies (e.g., PDCA)

• Provide guidance to and collaborate with reporting analysts on reporting standards and best practices
• Lead prioritization of reporting optimization efforts in alignment with institutional needs
• Lead testing and implementation of semiannual Workday releases and reporting updates
• Serve as a central coordination point for reporting improvement initiatives
• Influence decisions related to report creation, redesign, consolidation, or retirement

• Ensure reporting practices align with institutional data governance standards
• Partner with data stewards to improve data definitions, consistency, and appropriate usage
• Support secure and appropriate report distribution and access controls
• Identify and escalate risks related to data quality, reporting gaps, or access concerns

• Partner with institutional research, IT, and business units to clarify reporting needs
• Translate business questions into optimized reporting solutions
• Provide guidance on appropriate use of existing reports versus development of new reports
• Support communication and training related to reporting standards and tools

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Business, or related field
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in reporting, data analysis, or business intelligence
• Experience working with enterprise systems (e.g., ERP platforms such as Workday)
• Demonstrated experience with data validation and quality assurance practices
• Experience with reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar)
• Experience working with Microsoft Excel

• Experience in higher education or public sector environments
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and practices
• Experience improving or redesigning reporting processes
• Knowledge of SQL or other data querying languages
• Experience influencing work without formal supervisory authority

• Knowledge of reporting frameworks, data structures, and business intelligence concepts
• Ability to evaluate and improve reporting processes and outputs
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to lead work through influence and establish standards across teams
• Strong communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical audiences
• Ab…