👋 I’m Jess, reporting and data analyst, automation expert, and spreadsheet-slayer for hire.

With over 5 years of experience transforming reporting chaos into streamlined clarity, I specialize in building dashboards, automating workflows, and making messy data make sense. My toolkit includes Python, SQL, Excel, and Power BI; and I know how to use it.

Below, you’ll find a snapshot of what I’ve done, what I can do, and how I can help your business stop spinning its wheels and start making smarter, faster decisions.

Jessica Hayden

📍 Maple Shade, NJ
📧 Email me: jess@jesshaydenconsulting.com
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About Me

Results-focused data analyst and automation consultant with 5+ years of experience building dashboards, streamlining reporting pipelines, and delivering high-value insights across healthcare and business operations. Recently launched a solo consulting practice and currently seeking collaborative, high-impact projects that value speed, quality, and creative problem-solving.

Experience

Independent Data Consultant
Jess Hayden Consulting – Remote | May 2025 – Present

• Launched freelance data consulting business specializing in automation, dashboards, and workflow optimization

• Created custom tools like:

  • 📊 Invoice Automation Tool – Reduced client manual workload by 90%

  • 🕵️‍♀️ Piracy Patrol – Flagged pirated content for indie authors

• Developed branded tools under Plot Twists & Pivot Tables

• Attracting clients via LinkedIn, Fiverr, and Upwork

Junior Reporting Analyst
Persante Health Care – Mt. Laurel, NJ | Dec 2021 – May 2025

• Automated 30+ recurring reports using SQL, Python, and Excel

• Built a Cold Feed report system that cut manual time from hours to minutes

• Maintained SQL/stored procedures, internal tools, and interpretation templates

• Supported 7+ departments and became go-to for automation

Order Specialist
Burlington Stores – Remote | Mar 2020 – Dec 2021

• Managed PO data using Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)

• Processed and tracked new merchandise orders

Operations Analyst
InsPro Technologies – Eddystone, PA | May 2014 – May 2019

• Tracked QA issues, handled G/L imbalances, analyzed claims

• Built reconciliation reports and configured Salesforce for project tracking

Bookkeeper
Shining Lights E.C.C. – Cherry Hill, NJ | Sept 2009 – May 2014

• Maintained financial reports and AR trends in Excel

Summer Intern – QA Analyst
InsPro Technologies | Jun 2009 – Aug 2009

• Supported system testing and load test prep

Education & Certifications

Associate of Science in Business Administration
Camden County College (2007)

Certifications

• Introduction to Data Analytics – IBM via Coursera (2025)
• Python for Data Science, AI and Development – IBM via Coursera (2025)
• Microsoft Professional Program in Data Science Certification – Microsoft (2019)

Skills

Technical: SQL, Python, Excel (advanced), Pandas & NumPy, Power BI, Data visualization, ETL processes, Microsoft Office, Salesforce configuration, JIRA
Professional: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, creative thinking, results-oriented, quick learner, adaptable, Agile methodologies, strong communication, excellent writing, collaborative team player

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