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Zewdneh F.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I hold a certification from the Corporate Finance Institute in Business Intelligence & Data Analyst (BIDAยฎ) and am currently working as a Data Analyst with over five years of experience. I help clients grow their businesses by identifying opportunities and creating efficiencies through data visualization. I have developed numerous reports and dashboards and am committed to delivering results that meet your desired outcomes. I am a Power BI enthusiast with expertise in DAX Functions, DAX, Data Analytics, Data Visualization, and Power Query. ๐Ÿ”– Key technologies expertise in: โœ“ Power BI Desktop & Service โœ“ Tableau Desktop โœ“ SQL โœ“ Excel | Power Query My Number one Goal is 100% Client Satisfaction. I am very thorough and willing to do whatever is necessary to produce an excellent final product for the client. I can also complete most jobs with a rapid turnaround time. Please feel free to contact me with any other questions you may have or if you would like to see an example of my work.

  • Power Query
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data Extraction
  • IBM SPSS
  • R
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Visualization
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Interactive Data Visualization
  • Dashboard
  • Tableau
  • Statistics
  • Business Intelligence
  • Data Analysis
Santiago T.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

$22/hr
5.0
63 jobs

Excel โ€ข Power BI โ€ข KPI Dashboards โ€ข Data Analytics โ€ข Operational Intelligence Business leaders don't need more spreadsheetsโ€”they need better decisions. I help companies transform raw data into executive dashboards, automated reporting systems, and decision-support tools that improve visibility, reduce manual work, and support faster, more informed decisions. Whether you're tracking financial performance, project progress, operational KPIs, or business metrics, I build solutions that are accurate, intuitive, and designed for real-world use. My services include: โ€ข Executive KPI Dashboards โ€ข Power BI Reports & Interactive Dashboards โ€ข Excel Dashboard Development โ€ข Financial Reporting & Budget vs Actual Analysis โ€ข Power Query & Power Pivot Data Modeling โ€ข Data Cleaning & Transformation โ€ข Project Tracking & Portfolio Dashboards โ€ข Business Performance Reporting โ€ข Process Automation (Excel & VBA) โ€ข Operational Reporting Systems My background combines over 20 years of operational leadership with advanced data analytics expertise. Before becoming an Excel and BI consultant, I served as an Operations Leader and Air Force Officer, managing complex operations where timely, reliable information was critical for decision-making. Today, I apply the same discipline to designing reporting systems that executives can trust. Clients value my ability to bridge the gap between business operations and data analytics. I don't just create dashboardsโ€”I design systems that answer the questions managers actually need to make better decisions. Technical expertise โ€ข Microsoft Excel (Advanced) โ€ข Microsoft Power BI โ€ข Power Query โ€ข Power Pivot โ€ข Pivot Tables & Dynamic Dashboards โ€ข Data Visualization โ€ข Financial Modeling โ€ข KPI Design & Performance Measurement โ€ข VBA Automation โ€ข Business Intelligence & Reporting If you're looking for a professional who understands both business operations and advanced Excel reporting, I'd be happy to discuss your project and recommend the best solution.

  • Power Query
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Dashboard
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Visualization
  • Business Intelligence
  • Internal Reporting
  • KPI Metric Development
  • Financial Analysis
  • Automation
  • Project Management
  • Project Risk Management
  • Aviation
  • ChatGPT
  • Operational Planning
Adnan K.

Andheri, India

$8/hr
5.0
3 jobs

๐—ง๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ป ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ฅ๐—ฎ๐˜„ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฎ ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ผ ๐—”๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต๐˜๐˜€ ๐Ÿ“Š ๐Ÿ“ˆ ๐Ÿ“‹ Data alone doesn't drive decisions โ€” clear, well-designed visuals do. I help businesses turn scattered spreadsheets and raw data into interactive Power BI dashboards that make decision-making faster, easier, and more confident. ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ผ ๐—”๐—บ ๐—œโ” I'm a Power BI Developer and Data Analyst specializing in building executive-ready dashboards and reports across industries like Finance, HR, Sales, and E-commerce. I'm skilled in Power Query, Power Pivot, Etl, and DAX โ€” the core tools behind clean data modelling, transformation, and custom calculations that make dashboards actually useful, not just pretty. ๐— ๐˜† ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—œ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฑ๐—ฒ: โšฌ Power BI Dashboard & Report Development โœ”๏ธ โšฌ Data Modeling & Transformation (Power Query, DAX) โœ”๏ธ โšฌ Data Visualization & Storytelling โœ”๏ธ โšฌ KPI Tracking & Executive Reporting โœ”๏ธ โšฌ SQL Query Development & Data Analysis โœ”๏ธ โšฌ Row-Level Security (RLS) Implementation โœ”๏ธ ๐—ช๐—ต๐˜† ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ ๐—ช๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐— ๐—ฒ? โœ… Clear, responsive communication throughout the project โœ… Clean, scalable dashboards โ€” not just charts, but real business tools โœ… Flexible to your working style, timezone, and reporting needs โœ… Committed to long-term client relationships, not one-off gigs ๐—›๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—” ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ท๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑโ” Feel free to message me โ€” it's free, and we can quickly figure out if I'm the right fit for your project. Let's turn your data into a competitive advantage.

  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Visualization
  • Microsoft Power BI Development
  • Financial Reporting
  • Sales Analytics
  • Microsoft Dynamics CRM
  • SQL Server Reporting Services
  • SQL
  • MySQL
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Python
  • ETL
  • Fabric
  • Microsoft Azure
  • API
  • Data Warehousing
  • Dashboard
  • Analytics Dashboard
  • Snowflake
  • Data Modeling
Catalina O.

Pittston, Maine

$65/hr
5.0
13 jobs

I help businesses get their operations out of people's heads and into systems that actually work โ€” through SOPs, process maps, and workflow documentation that stick. My background includes pharmacy benefits analytics at Xevant and enterprise healthcare data work at Change Healthcare โ€” which means I understand operations at a level most freelancers donโ€™t. Iโ€™m also currently engaged as a Business Analyst on a large-scale enterprise consulting project (details under NDA), leading discovery, risk and bottleneck analysis, process improvement, and user story development โ€” so this isnโ€™t just past experience, itโ€™s live, current work. I help businesses fix both sides of the problem: building clean data systems and the process documentation to make them actually stick. What I help with: โ€” SOPs and workflow documentation โ€” Process mapping and bottleneck analysis (Lucidchart) โ€” Workflow audits with prioritized recommendations โ€” Excel & Access dashboards, trackers, and databases โ€” Cross-functional coordination and operational reporting I offer fixed-price catalog projects for SOPs, workflow audits, and operations starter packs โ€” so you know exactly what you're getting before we start. I work fast, communicate clearly, and deliver things that get used. Based in Maine, available across US time zones. If that's what you need โ€” let's talk.

  • Power Query
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Visualization
  • Data Cleaning
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Access
  • Process Improvement
  • Process Flow Diagram
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Operations Analytics
  • Project Management
  • Documentation
  • Lucidchart
  • Business Process Management
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • Business Analysis
  • Jira
  • Excel Formula
Maroof K.

Karachi, Pakistan

$10/hr
5.0
326 jobs

โœ… TOP RATED PLUS โ€” TOP 3% OF UPWORK TALENT โœ… Hi, Iโ€™m Maroof Khan โ€” an Excel, Power BI, and Data Analytics specialist with 7+ years of experience and 250+ completed projects. I help businesses turn complex, messy, and disconnected data into: Data โ†’ Transformation โ†’ Dashboards โ†’ Business Insights My focus is simple: reduce manual work, improve reporting accuracy, and build clear reporting systems that help businesses make better decisions. I have worked with international clients across e-commerce, finance, healthcare, real estate, travel, marketing, and operations. ๐ŸŽฏ WHY WORK WITH ME? โœจ Top Rated Plus Freelancer with proven Upwork experience โœจ 250+ completed projects with real business data โœจ 7+ years of Excel, Power BI, and reporting experience โœจ Strong attention to accuracy, validation, and business logic โœจ Clear communication, reliable updates, and professional delivery โœจ Business-focused reporting โ€” not just charts and visuals ๐Ÿ“Š SERVICES & EXPERTISE โœ… MICROSOFT EXCEL โ€ข Advanced formulas and complex calculations โ€ข Interactive dashboards and KPI scorecards โ€ข Financial and operational reporting โ€ข PivotTables, PivotCharts, and Power Pivot โ€ข Excel Data Models โ€ข Automated recurring reports โ€ข Large dataset management โ€ข Data cleaning, reconciliation, and validation โ€ข XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS, and dynamic formulas โ€ข Professional trackers and reporting templates โœ… POWER BI โ€ข Interactive and executive dashboards โ€ข KPI and management reporting โ€ข Data modeling and relationships โ€ข DAX measures and calculated KPIs โ€ข Power Query transformations โ€ข Sales and financial dashboards โ€ข Inventory and operations reporting โ€ข Marketing and e-commerce analytics โ€ข YoY, MoM, variance, and trend analysis โ€ข Drill-through and dynamic reporting โ€ข Report optimization โ€ข Power BI Service and refresh workflows โœ… POWER QUERY & REPORTING AUTOMATION โ€ข Data cleaning and transformation โ€ข Combining Excel and CSV files โ€ข Merge and append queries โ€ข Automated weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting โ€ข Reusable data workflows โ€ข Data validation and quality checks โ€ข Standardizing inconsistent datasets โ€ข Reducing manual copy-and-paste processes โœ… BUSINESS & PERFORMANCE ANALYTICS โ€ข Sales & Revenue Analysis โ€ข Profit & Margin Analysis โ€ข Financial Reporting โ€ข E-commerce Analytics โ€ข Inventory Reporting โ€ข Marketing KPI Reporting โ€ข Forecast vs. Actual Analysis โ€ข Budget & Variance Analysis โ€ข YoY & MoM Analysis โ€ข Executive KPI Scorecards ๐Ÿ“ˆ INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE E-commerce & Retail | Finance | Healthcare & Wellness | Real Estate | Travel | Marketing | Operations & Logistics | Education | Restaurants | Construction & Project Management ๐ŸŒŸ WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE โœ” Clean and professional reporting solutions โœ” Clear KPI definitions and accurate calculations โœ” Automated and reusable workflows where possible โœ” Strong data validation and cross-checking โœ” User-friendly Excel and Power BI reports โœ” Reliable communication and professional delivery โœ” Solutions your team can confidently use and maintain ๐Ÿš€ LET'S TURN YOUR DATA INTO CLEAR BUSINESS INSIGHTS Whether you need an Excel dashboard, Power BI report, automated reporting workflow, financial analysis, or help fixing a complex workbook โ€” I can help turn your data into a clear, accurate, and reliable reporting solution. Send me a message and let's discuss your project.

  • Power Query
  • Dashboard
  • Data Visualization
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Visualization
  • Data Analysis
  • Templates
  • Analytics Dashboard
  • Visualization
  • Data Analysis Consultation
  • Data Analytics & Visualization Software
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Data Analytics
  • Interactive Data Visualization
  • Financial Reporting
  • Business Intelligence
  • Data Cleaning
  • Analytics
  • Real Estate Financial Modeling
  • Bank Reconciliation
Kostas M.

Athens, Greece

$49/hr
5.0
121 jobs

I help businesses and individuals automate their day-to-day operations by replacing manual spreadsheets and disconnected tools with secure, multi-user systems built for remote teams, and data that's reliable, yours, and stored where you choose. No subscriptions, no lock-in and no extra software to buy, as everything runs on Windows and Office you already own. Compared to off-the-shelf SaaS platforms, these systems are faster to build, cheaper to run, and shaped around exactly what you need, instead of a bloated tool where you're paying for features you'll never use. Systems are fully customized to your business, your data stays local or on secure cloud, and you can make changes yourself, like adding a new category or updating a status list, without waiting on a developer to make the change for you. They are low-maintenance so you can move to a new computer, add a new user or expand to a new department easily yourself. With $200k+ delivered across 100+ projects on Upwork, a Top Rated Plus track record, and 20+ years across the Microsoft data stack, I've solved these problems across shipping, finance, manufacturing, compliance, and hospitality. I work solo, not through an agency, so you talk only to me. I do all the work myself, and I know your system inside out from day one, so there's no handoff, no one else learning on your project, and no waiting on someone else's availability. "Perhaps the highest skill level I've seen in the database space." โ€” Paul Cracknell, OSR Enterprises What I deliver Power BI dashboards and KPI tools โ€” standalone or embedded directly into your Access/Excel system, so reporting is right where you already work Excel automation with Power Query, Power Pivot, and VBA that automates hours of manual work MS Access CRMs, order, invoicing, and quoting systems that run correctly from day one and scale with your team Automated workflows with one-click Excel report generation and export, automated emails with attachments through Gmail or Outlook, document generation SQL Server, Azure SQL and Dataverse backends for secure, multi-user systems Fast, low-disruption database upgrades, migrations, and optimization Automated backups so your data is always safe Proven results Power BI dashboard that replaced 20+ scattered Excel files with a single source of truth Excel reporting solution that saved 15+ hours every month MS Access compliance database now used daily by AML teams across departments Automated invoicing system that cut billing delays by 80% SQL Server migration for 25+ users with zero downtime We can start with a chat or call so I can understand your actual workflow, flag the risks and give you a clear plan before we begin. You always know what you're getting and what it costs. I have many demo solutions available, including Power BI dashboards, Excel systems, and Access CRMs, so you can see the quality of my work up front and maybe we can find something close to what you are after and build on it instead of starting from scratch. If you tell me what's slowing you down, I will send you a project plan with my proposed solution and my portfolio. You will get a clear plan, with no obligation. Best Kostas

  • Power Query
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Access Programming
  • Visual Basic for Applications
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Database Development
  • Database Design
  • SQL
  • CRM Development
  • Database Optimization
  • Automation
  • Database Report
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Visualization
  • Dashboard
  • Macros
  • Scripts & Utilities
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Outlook Development

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What does a Power Query freelancer do?

A power query freelancer builds and maintains data transformation workflows using Microsoft Power Query to connect disparate sources, clean raw information, and load structured results into Excel or Power BI. This specialist writes custom logic in the Power Query M formula language to automate repetitive data shaping tasks that would otherwise require manual effort. They configure secure connections to databases, web APIs, and local files so datasets refresh automatically without breaking existing reports. Their work turns messy inputs into reliable tables that analysts and decision makers trust for daily operations.

  • Connects to external data sources such as SQL databases, CSV files, and web services by configuring authentication credentials and connection properties within the Power Query Editor. The freelancer sets up parameters to allow dynamic filtering and ensures the gateway or local machine can access these sources during scheduled refresh cycles. This step establishes the foundation for all subsequent transformations by guaranteeing stable and secure data ingestion paths.
  • Transforms and shapes raw data inside the Power Query Editor by removing unnecessary columns, changing data types, merging tables, and pivoting rows into columns. They write and edit queries in the Power Query M language to handle complex logic that standard interface buttons cannot address, such as conditional column creation or custom error handling. This process converts unstructured or inconsistent inputs into clean, typed datasets ready for analysis or visualization in downstream tools.
  • Develops custom data connectors using the Power Query SDK when built-in options do not support specific proprietary APIs or unique data formats required by the client. This involves writing code to define how the connector authenticates, navigates pagination, and parses responses into tabular structures that Power Query can consume. The freelancer tests these connectors thoroughly to ensure they handle rate limits and data changes gracefully before deploying them for regular use.
  • Configures refresh behavior for Excel workbooks and Power BI semantic models to keep data current without manual intervention. They set up scheduled refreshes in the Power BI service or enable background refresh in Excel, ensuring credentials remain valid and query steps execute in the correct order. This deliverable includes documenting the query logic and parameters so other team members can maintain or troubleshoot the workflow when issues arise.

How to hire a Power Query freelancer on Upwork

Step 1: Post a job

Define your data transformation needs clearly to attract specialists who write clean Power Query M code. Use the Job Post Generator powered by Umaโ„ข, Upwork's Mindful AI to draft a precise description in seconds. Describe your source systems and desired output, then let Uma structure the requirements for you. You can write a new post, update a saved draft, or reuse an existing post to save time.

  • Specify the exact data sources, such as SQL databases, Excel workbooks, or web APIs, that the freelancer must connect to using built-in connectors.
  • List required transformations, including merging tables, unpivoting columns, or changing data types within the Power Query Editor.
  • State whether the final dataset loads into Excel worksheets or feeds a Power BI semantic model for scheduled refreshes.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Look for portfolios that demonstrate complex query logic and efficient data shaping techniques. Uma can run instant video interviews and build shortlists with side-by-side comparisons to help you spot top performers quickly.

  • Check for examples of custom functions written in Power Query M that handle dynamic parameters or recursive operations.
  • Verify experience with query folding, which pushes transformation steps back to the source database for better performance.
  • Review documentation samples that explain query steps clearly so future maintainers can understand the logic without guesswork.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Discuss specific challenges related to data cleanliness and refresh reliability during your conversations. Schedule and conduct these interviews within Upwork Messages, which generates an immediate transcript and summary after each session.

  • Ask how they troubleshoot errors when source column names change or data types shift unexpectedly in upstream systems.
  • Request examples of how they optimize slow queries by reducing loaded columns or filtering rows early in the process.
  • Confirm their approach to managing credentials and privacy settings for secure data gateway connections in Power BI.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Set clear milestones for query development, testing, and final deployment to your reporting environment. Use Upwork Messages and the contract workroom for all communication and project management tasks. Identity verification, payment protection, hourly tracking, and project funds add security to every engagement.

  • Define deliverables as working .pbix files or Excel workbooks with fully refreshed datasets and documented query steps.
  • Establish acceptance criteria that require successful manual and scheduled refreshes without authentication errors.
  • Include a handover phase where the freelancer exports the custom connector code if they built one using the Power Query SDK.

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How much does hiring a Power Query freelancer cost?

Hiring a Power Query freelancer typically costs $500-$1,500 per project, depending on scope and experience. Final pricing depends on the number of data sources, transformation complexity, required refresh schedules, and whether custom connectors are needed.

Data source connection setup

$500-$1,000/project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Authenticated links to specified data sources
  • Basic table imports with column selection
  • Configured manual or scheduled refresh behavior

Data transformation workflows

$1,000-$2,500/project

Mid-level
  • Custom Power Query M steps for data shaping
  • Transformed tables loaded to Excel or Power BI
  • Dynamic variables for flexible query updates

Multi-source data merging

$2,500-$4,500/project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Joined tables from multiple external sources
  • Logic to manage missing or inconsistent data
  • Written guide for query maintenance and steps

Custom connector development

$4,500-$7,500/project

Senior-level
  • Built custom connector using Power Query SDK
  • Secure API access and token management setup
  • Installable file for Excel or Power BI use

Enterprise data automation

$7,500-$12,000/project

Expert-level
  • Automated extraction, transformation, and loading
  • Refactored queries for faster refresh times
  • Standards for query reuse and version control

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a Power Query freelancer worth it?

For most businesses, yes: hiring a Power Query freelancer is worthwhile. You avoid the learning curve of the M formula language and gain immediate access to established data transformation patterns. This approach lets your internal team focus on analysis while the specialist builds and maintains the refresh-ready queries.

How do I evaluate Power Query freelancer candidates?

Review their approach to query folding and parameterization to confirm they build scalable solutions. Ask them to explain how they handle dynamic data sources or custom connectors using the Power Query SDK, as this demonstrates depth beyond basic table merging.

What is the difference between Power Query in Excel and Power BI?

Both tools use the same Power Query Editor and M language for data transformation. The primary distinction lies in the destination, where Excel loads data into worksheets and Power BI loads it into semantic models for reporting.

Can a Power Query freelancer connect to custom data sources?

Yes, specialists can build custom connectors using the Power Query SDK when built-in options do not support your specific API or database. This allows you to import data from proprietary systems directly into your Excel or Power BI workflows.