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A Reporting Analyst analyses business data, identifies performance trends, creates databases, and provides recommendations to improve outcomes.

    • AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Reporting Analyst?

Get qualified to work as a Reporting Analyst with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Reporting Analyst generally earns $2,125 per week ($110,500 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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There has been a strong increase in the number of people working in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 13,500 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Reporting Analyst. Reporting Analysts may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re planning a career as a Reporting Analyst, consider enrolling in a Bachelor of Computer Science. You’ll develop the skills to develop software, apps and algorithms in areas such as ecommerce, networking, security, database systems, artificial intelligence, gaming and mobile technologies. A Bachelor of Information Technology may also be suitable.

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Further reading

What is the Role of a Business Analyst?

14th October 2022

What Skills Does a Data Analyst Need?

25th November 2022

Career Spotlight: Accounting and Taxation Professionals

9th October 2019

Reporting Analyst careers

A Reporting Analyst examines data from a business or organisation to determine areas of strong performance or underperformance. You may create databases or use other methods to collect relevant data. Reporting Analysts organise this information and analyse business requirements. You may make recommendations or provide guidance on performance objectives.

Reporting Analysts should have strong technical skills and excellent attention to detail. You’ll need to have good analytical skills and be able to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds. Reporting Analysts must be able to manage their time well and work within given timeframes.