Kickstart your career as an Entry-Level Data Analyst at Firo! This remote role is perfect for recent graduates or those with minimal experience eager to dive into data. You'll support data collection, cleaning, analysis, and visualization using beginner-friendly tools like Excel, SQL, and Tableau. Receive hands-on mentorship, training, and growth opportunities in a collaborative, fully remote environment. Join our innovative team and build foundational skills for a thriving data career.

Entry-Level Data Analyst Opportunity at Firo

Are you passionate about uncovering insights from data and ready to start your professional journey? Firo, a forward-thinking organization (visit us at https://firo.org/), is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Data Analyst to join our remote-first team. This position is designed for beginners, offering extensive learning opportunities, dedicated mentorship, and a supportive path to grow into a skilled data professional.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in collecting and organizing data from various sources, including spreadsheets, databases, and APIs.
• Perform basic data cleaning and preparation using tools like Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Run simple SQL queries to extract data and generate reports.
• Create visualizations and dashboards with entry-level tools such as Tableau Public, Power BI, or Google Data Studio.
• Support senior analysts in analyzing trends, identifying patterns, and presenting findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate on ad-hoc data requests to help inform business decisions.
• Document processes and learn best practices for data handling.

Skills and Tools You'll Learn On the Job: No prior professional experience is required—we prioritize enthusiasm and a willingness to learn! You'll gain proficiency in:

• Excel/Google Sheets: Formulas, pivot tables, charts.
• SQL: Basic SELECT queries, JOINs, aggregations via beginner-friendly platforms like SQLite or PostgreSQL.
• Data Visualization: Tableau Public or similar for creating compelling charts.
• Collaboration Tools: Slack for daily communication, Zoom for team meetings, Jira or Trello for task tracking, and Google Workspace for shared documents.

Our fully remote setup ensures flexibility: work from anywhere with asynchronous communication to accommodate different time zones. Expect regular one-on-one mentorship sessions with experienced analysts, weekly team stand-ups, and access to online courses (e.g., Coursera, DataCamp) for foundational data skills.

Why Join Firo? We foster a welcoming culture that values growth. As an entry-level hire, you'll shadow projects, contribute to real initiatives from day one, and receive feedback to accelerate your development. Opportunities for advancement include progressing to Junior Data Analyst roles within 12-18 months. Our team collaborates via pair-programming sessions for queries and group reviews for dashboards, building your confidence in a low-pressure environment.

This role emphasizes soft skills like curiosity, attention to detail, and teamwork alongside technical growth. You'll work on meaningful data projects supporting Firo's mission, with clear milestones to track your progress.

Ready to turn your academic knowledge into practical expertise? Apply today and let's build your data career together!

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Business, or related field (or equivalent self-study/relevant coursework)
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (e.g., formulas, pivot tables)
• Familiarity with SQL or data concepts is a plus but not required
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• 0-2 years of professional experience; internships or personal projects count
• Willingness to learn new tools and methodologies quickly
• Reliable access to a computer and high-speed internet for remote work

• Fully remote work with flexible hours to support work-life balance
• Home office setup allowance up to $500
• Monthly remote work stipend for internet and utilities
• Access to comprehensive training programs (e.g., DataCamp, Coursera)
• Dedicated one-on-one mentorship from senior analysts
• Professional development support including conference attendance
• Health and wellness benefits including gym reimbursement
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule