Certified Data Analyst (CDA) | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA001006]

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Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Certified Data Analyst (CDA) | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA001006] - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt [1099] Technical Element Basis Key Personnel | Analyst 4 Labor Category - High Level Exempt [1099] Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: 541611 - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt [1099] Technical Element Basis located CONUS:  Washington, DC, and Reston, Virginia Across The Mid Atlantic Region supporting responsible for overseeing farming, ranching, and forestry industries, as well as regulating aspects of food quality and safety and nutrition labeling.

Seeking Certified Data Analyst (CDA) candidates with relevant Agriculture And Food Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Agriculture And Food Sector Clients such as USDA.  This as a Technical Element or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Position and ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Information Technology Center Support (Data Analyst) in the Agriculture And Food Industry Sector focussing on IT Effectiveness Solutions for clients such as United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) | USDA Agriculture Marketing Service (AMS) Cotton & Tobacco (C&T) Program [AMS | C&T] Generally Located In CONUS:  Washington, DC, and Reston, Virginia and across the Mid Atlantic Region.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Certified Data Analyst (CDA) | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA001006]

Perform data cleaning, transformation, and analysis of financial/agricultural data using Excel. Conduct advanced data analysis for USDA AMS reporting.

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Attention to Detail: Ability to scrutinize complex macros and formulas and identify errors or inefficiencies.

Time Management: Capable of handling multiple spreadsheet modernization tasks across divisions while ensuring timely delivery of updates and fixes.

Collaborative Teamwork: Ability to work closely with USDA’s Cotton & Tobacco divisions to understand specific spreadsheet needs, ensure user satisfaction, and deliver customized solutions.

Adaptability: Flexibility to work with a variety of spreadsheet types and respond to ongoing requirements during modernization and training phases.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Certified Data Analyst (CDA) | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA001006] (USDA001006) Candidates:

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) | Expert in Excel, CDA (Certified Data Analyst)..  Experience in Information Technology, Data Science, Financial Analysis, Statistics, Computer Science, or Business Management..  Strong background in financial analysis, data management, or agricultural economics relevant to the USDA AMS Cotton & Tobacco Program.

Excel Automation:

-- Expertise in using VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) to create, modify, and troubleshoot macros for automating data entry, reporting, and analysis processes.

-- Experience with Excel Power Query and Power Pivot for advanced data modeling and analysis.

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