Data Analyst Assistant

Blue Oak Consulting provides independent advisory on pricing, portfolio economics, capital allocation, and acquisition assumptions, focusing on high-stakes financial decision analysis rather than broad strategy. They seek a Data Analyst Assistant to support financial analysis of infrastructure projects, primarily in Italy, emphasizing skepticism and detailed data scrutiny.

Location: Remote

Salary: Not specified

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and organizing large datasets from various sources to build a clear financial picture.
• Testing the logic behind pricing assumptions to see if they survive real world friction.
• Helping build financial models that track capital allocation across different infrastructure assets.
• Identifying outliers and anomalies in expenditure reports that do not align with the stated narrative.
• Updating portfolio economics trackers to reflect new acquisition data.
• Collaborating with the team through virtual channels to clarify findings and refine analysis.
• Preparing clear summaries of data trends that highlight potential financial risks.
• Verifying the accuracy of inputs used in growth forecasts for specific business units.
• Assisting in the interrogation of acquisition assumptions for new investment opportunities.

Requirements

• A degree or background in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field with a heavy emphasis on data.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to manage complex formulas and large tables.
• A skeptical mindset that enjoys finding inconsistencies in spreadsheets and reports.
• Comfort working in a fully remote setting where communication is largely written and specific.
• Ability to organize messy data into structured formats without losing important context.
• Interest in how large businesses actually spend money and allocate internal capital.
• Reliability and a willingness to learn how to scrutinize financial statements at a deep level.
• Strong attention to detail, especially when reviewing line items that seem out of place.

Benefits

• A fully remote work schedule that provides flexibility and removes the need for a daily commute.
• Direct access to firm principals who provide mentorship and clear feedback on your work.
• The opportunity to work on high stakes projects, such as our current work with the Italian infrastructure group.
• A professional environment focused on logic and evidence rather than corporate politics.
• Practical training in financial modeling and capital allocation analysis.
• A permanent, stable role within a firm that values individual accountability and results.