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Business / Data Analyst - Growing Transportation Consulting Firm - Portland, Ore

Acumen Executive Search, Portland, OR, United States


Data/Business Analyst for Growing Transportation Consulting Firm - Portland, OR
Please note : Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. No visa sponsorship or support is available for this position.

About IFM
Acumen is delighted to partner with IFM, a dynamic, rapidly growing national fleet consulting firm that helps support Fortune 500 consumer products and organic food companies to optimize fleet leasing, fuel, and maintenance spend. Obsessive attention to detail is key.

Often described as a “50-year-old startup,” IFM combines deep industry expertise with a modern, growth-oriented mindset.

IFM is a woman‑led organization with a strong commitment to employee development, long‑term growth, and client success. We have witnessed firsthand the employee growth and development that IFM offers their employees, having previously placed multiple analysts and a VP of Consulting who have advanced within the organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail‑driven analyst who enjoys working with complex data and is interested in building a career in high‑value management consulting practice. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated track record of precision and a high level of accuracy with numbers and details.

Location / Work Model
The Data / Business Analyst will work

on site 3 days a week

in the IFM offices in SE Portland.

Please note that at this time, only

local

candidates will be considered for this opportunity and visa support is not offered.

The Opportunity
As a Data/Business Analyst, you will play a critical role in analyzing customer data, supporting client engagements, and improving internal systems. You will work closely with a collaborative, hands‑on leader and a close‑knit team, gaining exposure to financial analysis, consulting workflows, and modern data tools.

This role requires spotting errors others miss, asking better questions, and improving how data flows through businesses.

This role is ideal for someone ready to take the next step in a supportive, high‑growth environment.

What You’ll Do

Review and analyze client contracts, proposals, invoices, and related documents from multiple data sources.

Extract, validate, and structure complex financial and operational data.

Build and maintain client‑facing and internal reports with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism.

Convert PDFs and other source documents into structured Excel and Access datasets.

Perform detailed financial and operational analyses, including Cost Structure & Spend Analysis.

Perform detailed financial and operational analyses, including Decision Support & Implementation Analysis.

Maintain and enhance relational databases (Access) to support accurate reporting.

Identify opportunities to improve systems, workflows, and data quality.

Leverage modern tools such as AI and Power BI to improve efficiency and insight.

Respond to internal and client requests via email and phone, and participate in client calls and virtual meetings.

What You Bring

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, functions, and large data sets.

Strong experience working with relational databases (Access preferred).

Proven ability to extract data from detailed contracts and financial documents.

Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining organization and proactive communication.

Comfort working both independently and collaboratively.

Relevant professional experience may include data analysis, accounting, bookkeeping, legal support, or similar analytical roles.

Comfort and fluency with AI tools and a keen interest in further developing these skills.

Salary: $65,000–$90,000 annually plus attractive profit‑sharing bonus based on performance.

Robust medical benefits with minimal employee cost

401(k) plan, including match, following 90 days of employment

Generous PTO policy

Reimbursement for approved professional development

Potential for tuition support

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