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Selby Jennings

Data Analyst

Company: Selby Jennings

Location: Newport Beach, CA

Posted on: September 08

About the Role:


We are seeking a curious, hands-on, and technically skilled individual to join our team in Orange County. This role is ideal for someone early in their career (new graduate or 1-2 years of experience) who thrives in a fast-paced, environment and enjoys solving logic problems with code and automation.


You'll work closely with a small team to build internal applications that automate workflows, transform data, and integrate with financial systems. This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact by reducing manual work and introducing intelligent automation into our operations.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain internal tools and workflows using Python
  • Automate manual processes, including data transformations and integrations with accounting systems
  • Work with XML files, Google Cloud infrastructure, and large Excel projects
  • Apply data science and AI techniques to interpret unstructured data (e.g., wire transfer blobs)
  • Build logic into Excel and invoke models from platforms like OpenAI
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and prototype solutions
  • Contribute to a culture of experimentation and rapid iteration


Qualifications:

  • Strong coding skills in Python (especially with NumPy and Pandas)
  • Familiarity with data analytics and basic data science concepts
  • Understanding of finance or accounting workflows is highly beneficial
  • Experience with Google Cloud or similar cloud platforms
  • Comfortable working with Excel, including complex logic and fuzzy data problems
  • Self-starter with a hacker mindset, able to prototype quickly and iterate
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills


Preferred Profile:

  • Computer Science or related major (recent graduate or 1-2 years out)
  • Based in or willing to relocate to Orange County, CA
  • Enjoys being onsite and collaborating in person


*This role is not open to sponsorship**