For the given job description <<Job Title: Associate Data Analyst - Analytics and InsightsLocation: Morris Plains , NJ 07960Contract Duration: Long Term Contract with high possibilities of extensionPay Range : 35-40 per hour
"All candidates must be directly contracted by ASK Consulting on their payroll and cannot be subcontracted. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this moment".

Job Description:
About Us:We're seeking a skilled Associate Data Analystto join our dynamic analytics team and contribute to the success of our diverse product areas. As a data enthusiast, you'll have the chance to uncover novel insights in patient behavior, enhance product effectiveness, and optimize overall pharmacy benefits.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with product and sales teams to bolster member experience, product launches, pilots, and ongoing product success.Utilize data-driven insights to enhance the usability of pharmacy benefits, ensuring an exceptional user experience.Partner closely with cross-functional teams to identify business challenges, establish performance benchmarks, and develop effective strategies.Employ analytics tools to analyze customerprospect behaviors and key performance indicators, providing actionable recommendations.Elevate campaign performance through end-to-end AB testing, encompassing ideation, design, monitoring, and reporting.Employ ETL tools to seamlessly combine diverse data sets across platforms for insightful analysis.Uncover valuable insights and potential areas for improvement by analyzing and extracting data.Leverage your expertise in HDFS data structures to optimize storage, retrieval times, and the application of analytics and data science.
Skills:
Proficiency in Python, SQL, R, PySpark, and Scala is essential.Demonstrated analytical prowess in the context of patient journey frameworks.Ability to manipulate and harmonize large data sets across platforms, utilizing ETL tools and running SQL and Python scripts.Familiarity with Tableau or other BI visualization tools would be advantageous.Knowledge of Hadoop and big data platforms.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Data Management, Computer Science, or a related field is required.Minimum of 1 year of data analysis experience.Strong aptitude for data manipulation using SQL (Python, Pyspark, Scala, andor R skills are a plus).Familiarity with Tableau.Exposure to Hadoop or big data platforms.
Join Our Team:
Take the leap into a dynamic, forward-thinking environment that thrives on innovation and collaboration. This is an exciting contract position to begin with, offering an opportunity to showcase your skills, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and make a real impact. We're looking for candidates who can work directly with us and be an integral part of our team.If you're ready to take on this challenge and grow your career with us, apply now! We can't wait to have you on board.
Important Note:
Please note that this is a contract position. We are looking for candidates who will be employed directly by our company and will not be considering subcontracting for this role.
About ASK: ASK Consulting is an award-winning technology and professional services recruiting firm servicing Fortune 500 organizations nationally. With five nationwide offices, two global delivery centers, and employees in 42 states, Ask Consulting connects people with amazing opportunities.ASK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.>> the resume: <<SummaryTo obtain a challenging position in the public accounting field that would enable me to utilize my knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, analytical skills, ability to think creatively to find answers, and enthusiasm to learn new things.
HighlightsAderant/CMS, Excel, Word, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Minitab, DS (POM), ACL, ADP, Paychex
Experience03/XXX5toCurrentSenior Accountant General LedgerSophia Genetics–New York,NY,Reconcile various balance sheet accounts not limited to cash and liability accounts, including bank statements, for the purpose of maintaining the accuracy of the general ledger in accordance with cash, GAAP, and various international tax legislative basis.In addition, review and analysis of the entries from the original accounting source is required if a variance from the general ledger is found, which includes discussion with specialists in accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and tax department to resolve the discrepancy.Review and analyze international payrolls including Seoul, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vienna offices and upload into Aderant/CMS for posting into the general ledger.Analyze and review domestic and international payroll coding details for general ledger accuracy, as the payroll coding detail is modified from time to time, and maintain accurate records and supporting materials for payroll schedules that are entered into the general ledger.Resolve currency fluctuation issues and record gains/losses related to currency exchange rates for the international offices of the firm by using currency mode journal entries.Analyze expatriate expenditures on monthly basis to be reported on W-2 form.Prepare initial K-1 schedules to be filed by tax department Prepare month-end various accrual journal entries including base wage, bonus, occupancy, prepaid property insurance, telecommunications, and catering accruals.Prepare and analyze expense allocations from firm general to local offices on a monthly basis.Prepare monthly financial statements, which are shared with the partners and management of the firm.Assist in translation of various fixed asset invoices from Seoul and Tokyo office and other Asian offices' travel expense reports.Notable accomplishments: Found material misstatement in prepaid property insurance for the first quarter of '08 and made prospective adjustments to the related general ledger accounts.Provided clarity in Japanese payroll systems associated with health, welfare, and childcare allowance to the management and made prospective adjustments to the related general ledger accounts.01/XXX5to03/XXX5AccountantThe Southern Company–Newport News,VA,Maintain financial records in accordance with GAAP to be reported to a parent company and investors.Analyze & reconcile G/L accounts and prepare semi-annual, and end year B/S, I/S, and statement of cash flows Coordinate with warehouse manager to ensure daily shipping schedules.Communicate with outside company's designated CPAs when tax issues arise.Establish master employee payroll record file for information entry into payroll system.Receive & compute hours, make deductions for 401K, health insurance, and other adjustments thru Paychex Prepare loan applications and maintain factoring arrangements with A/R schedule.Assist in training, guidance and coordination of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other departments and site personnel.Performed semi-annual inventory valuation.Notable accomplishments: Assisted in development of accounting control and procedures.Implemented new chart of accounts, customer list, and vendor list and restructured accounting system.08/XXX5to01/XXX5Financial AnalystDepartment Of Defense–Concord,NH,Manage and forecast funds for Palm Desert National Bank sponsored 350 ATM terminals averaging 2.5 million on a weekly basis.Reconcile & settle, and act as lead accountant for Innobeta Systems, Inc., (affiliate of Money Marketing, Inc.).Prepare monthly Profit and Loss reports as to surcharge and interchange.Analyze communication and armor carrier expenses as a temporary M&A team member during due diligence procedure of ATM World Corp.Analyze processing costs and network fees in terms of EFTs.Prepare audit work papers, confirmations and other documentation to make the audit efficient and hold don audit fees in connection with annual audit.Perform analysis of general ledger accounts; prepared journal entries and adjustments to facilitate closings.Assist in the preparation of full financial statements and footnotes for investors and lenders.Review work of staff and operations to assure that certain daily procedures and reconciliations were performed routinely according to policies and procedures.Translate and prepare documents pertaining to defective parts of ComNet ATM Series assembled and distributed by Nextran Industries, a subsidiary company of Chungho ComNet Co., Ltd.Consult private investors and customer services.Notable accomplishments: Created an Excel template for choosing proper types of ATMs for a specific location with various factors such as surrounding population, average one time dispense amount, size of cassette, etc - This allowed time saving and saved service cost by 15%.
EducationExpected inAugust 2002totoBachelor of Business Administration:AccountingTEMPLE UNIVERSITY-,GPA:Accounting Audit Project: "Identifying potential risks that would impact the audit of Xerox Corp."
Select Courses: Advance Accounting, Accounting Information System, Auditing & Assurance Services, Taxation
SkillsAccounting, accountant, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals, accrual, ADP, ATM, Auditing, balance sheet, CMS, customer services, documentation, due diligence, financial, financial statements, funds, general ledger, insurance, inventory, Japanese, Marketing, materials, Excel, exchange, Money, office, Word, Minitab, network, payroll, Peachtree, personnel, policies, Profit and Loss, coding, QuickBooks, shipping, tax, telecommunications, translation, valuation>>. The result is, No Fit

Fit assessment: No Fit