A global commercial real estate services firm is seeking a Data Analyst in Chicago, IL. This role supports utility and sustainability data analysis, reporting, and accuracy across large, complex datasets.

About the Opportunity:
- Shift: Day shift
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm
- Setting: Hybrid (3 days in office)
Responsibilities:
- Analyze, validate, and enter utility invoice data into tracking systems while ensuring billing accuracy and contract compliance
- Perform data cleansing, normalization, and quality checks across large datasets from multiple sources
- Support the creation of dashboards, reports, and visualizations for finance, real estate, sustainability, and leadership stakeholders
- Assist with sustainability data preparation related to energy usage, emissions tracking, and reporting
- Maintain data integrity and document methodologies, assumptions, and controls
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors or utility providers to resolve data issues and support reporting needs
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in a Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, or similar role
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, Sustainability, or a related field
- Experience working with utility invoices and utility data
- Strong financial acumen, including cost analysis, variance analysis, and reconciliation
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and formulas
- Experience with data analysis tools such as Smartsheet, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Desired Skills:
- Experience supporting sustainability, energy management, or ESG reporting initiatives
- Familiarity with utility tariffs, rate structures, and regulatory concepts
- Experience with utility or energy management software
- Exposure to GHG accounting frameworks, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and utility-related Scope 3 emissions
- Ability to translate complex data into clear, executive-ready insights
- Strong data visualization and storytelling skills
