Data Analyst (Financial)

Data Analyst (Financial)

Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $85447 - $158322 Per Year

Job Summary: The Postal Regulatory Commission has an exciting employment opportunity for a highly motivated person with empirical skills and interest as a Data Analyst (Financial).

Major Duties:

• As a Data Analyst (Financial) at the PRC-3 pay band, you will: Serve as the administrator for the internal financial management system, ensuring functionality, security, and continuous improvement. Update, enhance, and maintain existing Microsoft Power Apps used to support financial operations. Develop and maintain ETL pipelines that consolidate data from varied sources into reliable, well-structured datasets used throughout the agency. Develop, update, and maintain customized dashboards in Microsoft Power BI or similar tools to help Commission offices monitor budget execution and financial performance. Provide data analysis and visualization support to the Deputy Director. Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance, optimize forecasting models, and enhance reporting accuracy. Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting and forecasting for the agency. Identify trends and provide insights to drive business strategy. Prepare reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders under the director of the Deputy Director. Collaborate with teams to streamline data collection and reporting processes. Ensure data integrity and compliance with industry standards. Monitor key performance indicators and provide data driven recommendations. Ensure financial data is auditable and accessible. Collaborate with the Deputy Director and the Commission Chief Information Officer to establish and maintain financial data in a secure environment. As a Data Analyst (Financial) at the PRC-4 pay band, you will: Serve as the administrator for the internal financial management system, ensuring functionality, security, and continuous improvement. Update, enhance, and maintain existing Microsoft Power Apps used to support financial operations. Develop and maintain ETL pipelines that consolidate data from varied sources into reliable, well-structured datasets used throughout the agency. Develop, update, and maintain customized dashboards in Microsoft Power BI or similar tools to help Commission offices monitor budget execution and financial performance. Provide data analysis and visualization support to the Deputy Director. Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance, optimize forecasting models, and enhance reporting accuracy. Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting and forecasting for the agency. Identify trends and provide insights to drive business strategy. Prepare reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders under the director of the Deputy Director. Collaborate with teams to streamline data collection and reporting processes. Ensure data integrity and compliance with industry standards. Monitor key performance indicators and provide data driven recommendations. Ensure financial data is auditable and accessible. Collaborate with the Deputy Director and the Commission Chief Information Officer to establish and maintain financial data in a secure environment.

Qualifications: PRC-3 Pay Band Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, data analytics or related field. 5 years of experience in financial analysis or data analytics or a closely related discipline. Experience in financial modeling and data visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, etc.). Experience with SQL and data querying is preferred. Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving ability. Excellent communication and presentation abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Power BI, Power Automate, SharePoint, Qlik, and similar platforms, with a solid understanding of financial data structures, workflows, and governance. PRC-4 Pay Band Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, data analytics or related field. 10 years of experience in financial analysis or data analytics. Strong proficiency in financial modeling and data visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, etc.). Experience with SQL and data querying. Demonstrated strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability. Excellent communication and presentation abilities. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Advanced experience administering and optimizing enterprise platforms such as Microsoft 365, Power BI, Power Automate, SharePoint, Qlik, and comparable technologies, with deep expertise in financial data structures, workflow design, and governance to support complex organizational needs. To be eligible for consideration, your application materials must demonstrate that you have experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position described above. Typically, experience will be related to data analytic work at a level similar to this position and may encompass paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: Applicants must apply through the online application system USAJOBS.gov. Follow the prompts to register, answer the application questionnaire and assessment, and submit all required documents. If you already have a USAJOBS account, click "Apply Online" and follow the prompts to attach any additional documents that may be required. Application packages will NOT be accepted via email, mail, or fax. All applications must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. This vacancy announcement will be open from March 4, 2026, through March 18, 2026, or until 125 applications have been received, whichever occurs first. Complete application packages must be submitted at the time that you apply to receive consideration. Additional documents will not be accepted after the vacancy closes.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-18