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Apex Systems

Data Analyst

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Toronto, Canada

Freelance

08-12-2025

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Communication Problem Solving SQL Data Visualization Data Cleaning ServiceNow Problem-solving Research Training power bi Organization Analytics PowerBI Power Automate

Job Specifications

Power BI Data Analyst

Apex Systems is a global IT services provider, and our staffing practice has an opening for a PowerBI Data Analyst with extensive PowerBI and Power Automate experience, strong SQL and ETL capabilities, and solid ServiceNow platform UI for reporting and dashboarding knowledge to place at our client, a Big Five Bank.

Client: Big Five Bank

Terms: 12-month Contract.

Location: Hybrid or Remote - Downtown Toronto (1-2x/month)

Application Process: It is best to apply via the medium on which you are seeing this posting. If you encounter technical difficulties submitting your resume, please send a Word version of your resume to John at jpham@apexsystems.com. Please reference Power BI Data Analyst

Ideal Candidate Has:

Ability to learn the processes so that he/she can define the right metrics that can tell a story
Ability to select the right graphs or charts that provide meaningful visualization
Ability to build power BI reports from multiple data sources, including the automation into a data staging (centralized repository).
Data files can come in multiple data formats.
Data is often not perfect, ability to massage data and make judgement calls to produce the needed reports/visuals.
General understanding /knowledge of helpdesk operations is a bonus
Team player and fit to the team is important.

Job Description:

Designs dashboards and analyses to be performed, and appropriate visualization and analytics tools to use. Identifies trends and patterns to address identified business questions and provide insights through reporting and data visualization techniques. Works with other data and analytics professionals to optimize, refine, automate and scale analysis into repeatable analytics solutions and decision support tools.
Build various reporting dashboards using the most appropriate data extraction, data cleaning and data visualization techniques.
Provides value through insights, reporting and data visualization techniques. Selects, configures and implements analytics solutions for consistency and repeatability.
Research and apply continuous improvement in data visualization by identifying trends and patterns to transform raw data into actionable business insights.
Works with different teams, management and stakeholders to enhance the usability and aesthetic appeal of data analytics solutions deployed in the organization.
Translates business needs to technical specifications and evaluates existing data visualization systems to improve them.
Develops data visualizations of "large" amounts of data that facilitate the intuitive presentation of data to decision makers.
Documents data flow, systems and processes to improve the design, implementation and management of business/group processes.
Develops tools and delivers training programs for use of reporting tools and self-serve analytics by non-analytical end users; may include delivery of training to audiences.
Focus is primarily on business/group within the Bank; it may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Key Technologies:

Power BI, Power Automate, M365 products
SQL and ETL
ServiceNow platform UI for reporting and dashboarding
Amazon Connect console

Soft Skills:

Insights development and reporting.
Verbal & written communication skills.
Collaboration & team skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Data driven decision making.
Technical design optimization.
Decision Making.
Systems Thinking.
Data visualization.
Data storytelling.
Creative thinking.
Problem Solving.

Interview Process: Interviews will take place in two rounds during the same week this month.

This is a great opportunity to join a Big Five Bank and continue your career in the financial domain. Be a part of a great work environment with a very well-organized team and colleagues who will help you succeed.

This is a position that impacts the bank enterprise wide with great opportunity for career growth within the bank.

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Apex is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply

About the Company

Apex Systems is a leading global technology services firm that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions. We offer a continuum of services, specializing in strategy, transformation, and managed services across application development, data, enterprise platforms, cloud and infrastructure, and cybersecurity. Through our ability to innovate alongside our customers, we build and deploy the right artificial intelligence solutions to realize business value and impr... Know more