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

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 Industrial Fleet Management (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. 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 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.
• Contract & Pricing Analysis.
• Benchmarking & Comparative Analysis.
• Billing Error Identification & Validation.
• Financial Impact Quantification.
• 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.

Compensation & Benefits

• 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

Procedure for Applying

To apply or see our other positions available, please go to Acumen Executive Search to submit a resume and brief cover letter indicating your interest in the opportunity. If our current open positions are not the right fit for you and you would like us to share relevant opportunities, please send your resume and a brief cover to [email protected].

About Acumen

Established in 2007, Acumen Executive Search is a 3 x award-winning “Most Admired” company by the PBJ and is recognized as the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search Partner in the Pacific Northwest with a global clientele. We deliver high-impact results and higher than the national average retention rates while nurturing genuine long-term relationships. Acumen works shoulder-to-shoulder with our clients to provide customized, meaningful, and proven leadership solutions that empower organizational success.

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