Accountant II
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The Applied Data Science (ADS) Team is the advisory arm of Civis Analytics, working closely with companies, nonprofits, and campaigns to help solve their toughest challenges with data science. They are critical components of the project team and are expected to take leadership in understanding how to design and implement data science solutions for each client’s unique situation. Applied Data Scientists collaborate with clients, Civis Analytics’ R&D and Technology teams, and managers to leverage cutting-edge statistical techniques, always making sure insights are clear, actionable, and timely.
ADS structure hard problems, analyze large data sets, build predictive models, collaborate in cross-functional teams, create client materials, and ensure on-time progress and delivery of our projects.
We are looking for individuals from a wide range of backgrounds with demonstrated quantitative and problem-solving skills. We value creativity, hard work, and a proven track record of consistent excellence. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with colleagues to structure complex client problems to be solved using imperfect data
- Enhances, finds patterns in, and builds predictive models on large data sets
- Maintain a continuous and independent education on cutting-edge statistical techniques and programming languages
- Develop and adhere to a quality control process
- Work with Applied Data Scientist Managers to derive clear, actionable, and timely insights from analyses
- Work with the Applied Data Scientist Managers to create presentations that are client-ready, clear, and correct
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in an analytical subject (statistics, math, economics, political science, physics, etc.)
- Proven affinity for and experience with working with large data sets
- Proven affinity for and experience with programming languages such as SQL, R, Python, STATA, etc.
- Experience working with presentation software, such as Tableau and MS PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams
- Demonstrated ability to complete work on time
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven MS Excel skills are a plus
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