Data Analyst, Audits & Controls

OverviewThis is whereyour work makes a difference.At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.Your role at BaxterAs a Data Analyst, Audits & Controls, supporting Baxter's Respiratory Health business, you'll play a critical role in ensuring data integrity, process compliance, and operational effectiveness across revenue cycle operations and supporting systems. You'll serve as a business process and systems expert, using analytics, audits, and control mechanisms to identify risk, strengthen processes, and support data-driven decision making.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys digging into data, building structure around complex processes, and partnering closely with both business and technical teams. You'll work across TIMS, ERP systems, SQL environments, and enterprise reporting tools to design monitoring frameworks, develop analytics, and ensure the reliability of the data that drives operational performance.This position offers the opportunity to influence how Respiratory Health evolves its audit, control, and analytics capabilities—especially as the business continues to grow and invest in new technologies.This position follows a hybrid schedule and is based out of our St. Paul, MN office.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain audit, exception, and control reports to monitor core business processes and system integrity.Perform data profiling and analysis to identify anomalies, trends, and control gaps.Document audit logic, control definitions, and findings to support transparency and remediation.Define and maintain business analytics and KPIs used to monitor operational performance and compliance.Design and develop standard and adhoc reports and dashboards for operational and leadership decision making.Communicate analytical findings and risk insights with clear, actionable recommendations.Support Respiratory Health applications (including TIMS and ERP interfaces) as a business process and system SME.Participate in system testing, data validation, and project implementation activities.QualificationsBachelor's degree in analytics, business management, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.2-5+ years of hands-on experience with SQL, Power BI, and Cognos BI, with the ability to build and maintain complex queries and reporting solutions preferred.Understanding of data architecture, data quality concepts, and reporting best practices, with the ability to apply them in real operational environments.Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate analytical findings and control insights into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.Experience working with tools such as TIMS, SQL Server Management Studio, Power Automate, Informatica, Python, ALM, or ERP systems like JDE—or the ability and curiosity to learn them quickly.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify anomalies, assess risk, and turn findings into meaningful recommendations.Comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams and acting as a liaison between business users and technical partners to clarify needs and deliver reliable solutions.Preferred: Experience in revenue cycle, financial or operational reporting, internal controls, compliance monitoring, or operational risk analysis.Workplace and CompensationBaxter is committed to supporting flexibility in the workplace through a policy that includes a required minimum number of days onsite. The policy supports in-person collaboration while complying with local laws and requirements. Baxter may adjust, suspend, or discontinue this policy as business needs change.We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated base salary for this position is $72,000–$99,000. The range reflects anticipated salary for the position and may vary based on location, skills, experience, and other factors. This position is eligible for discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives. For questions about pay philosophy and benefits, please speak with the recruiter during the interview process.Applications and work authorizationApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.Benefits and Equal OpportunityUS Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)This section outlines health, life, disability, retirement, and other benefits, including day-one medical and dental coverage, life insurance, disability coverage, ESPP, 401(k), and paid time off. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, educational assistance, and leave options. For more information, speak with your recruiter or visit the Benefits site.Equal Employment OpportunityBaxter is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.Reasonable AccommodationsBaxter is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. If you need an accommodation, please contact us with your request and contact information.Recruitment Fraud NoticeBaxter has discovered incidents of employment scams. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.J-18808-Ljbffr