American Express

Senior Analyst Data Governance & Management

American Express$100K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in information systems or equivalent experience.
  • 2-3 years of experience in Finance.
  • Understanding of metadata practices including data lineage and quality rules.
  • Strong technical and data analysis skills with SQL experience.
  • Experience with data governance tools such as Collibra or MANTA.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proactive in managing multiple projects and assignments.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with various teams.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure Finance Data Governance compliance with Enterprise Data Governance Policy.
  • Produce data quality scorecards, dashboards, and analytical reports.
  • Collaborate closely with project partners across various levels.
  • Manage multiple high-priority projects with tight deadlines.
  • Support data activation steps and work with team members to meet timelines.
  • Perform root-cause analysis of data quality issues and assist with remediation.
  • Enhance data assessment processes and improve data quality tools.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salaries
  • Bonus incentives
  • 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
  • Free financial coaching and support
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
  • Flexible working model with hybrid and virtual arrangements
  • 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents
  • Access to global on-site wellness centers
  • Confidential counseling support through Healthy Minds program
  • Career development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

As part of the Finance Data Governance (FDG) within Corporate Controllership, this role is responsible for bringing and managing data under governance for Finance.

Finance Data Governance (FDG) team is leading the effort of defining the future roadmap for data governance within Finance and ensuring that trusted information is used for critical processes, decision making, and accounting across various finance processes.

As a FDG Senior Analyst, you will be part of a growing team of data management professionals focused on providing world-class data management and data governance solutions. You will partner closely with Finance Technology Transformation, Enterprise Data Governance, Controllership, Risk, and other teams to drive data governance and data quality within Finance.

The FDG Senior Analyst is a collaborator, a well-organized, action-oriented team player with strong time management skills, confident in presenting, facilitating, and building a network of strong relationships across our organization.

Responsibilities

  • Finance Data Governance in compliance with the Enterprise Data Governance Policy ensuring the appropriate accountability model and processes for data asset management, metadata management, data quality, and issue resolution.
  • Produce data quality scorecards, dashboards, analytical reports, and attestation packages for all processes in scope.
  • Collaboration and communication with the full scope of project partners of various band levels (FDG, tech engineers, tech POs, report team, etc.).
  • Managing multiple high-priority projects with various deadlines.
  • Provide support on each step of data activation. Collaborating with other team members as well as leadership, as required, to ensure timelines are met.
  • Perform root-cause-analysis of data quality issues and assist in remediation of Audit and Regulatory feedback.
  • Support strategic improvements to data assessment process and making necessary enhancements to data analytical and data quality tools.
  • Continuing to support our current Regulatory Reporting needs via existing platforms working with our upstream data providers, downstream business partners, as well as technologies.
  • Support development and maintenance of business glossary, data integration, data lineage, and data management activities.
  • Validate completeness of data lineage between the point of data element creation (system of record) and the point where it is consumed by business users.
    Provide ongoing support for metadata implementation, testing and integration.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in information systems or equivalent experience.
  • 2-3 years of experience in Finance
  • Demonstrated understanding of metadata practices such as data lineage, data dictionaries, business glossaries, Data Quality rules, source system inventories, etc.
  • Strong technical and data analysis skills and prior experience with SQL
  • Prior experience of data governance, metadata, and data lineage tools such as, Collibra, MANTA
  • Ability to collect business requirements and use them to guide implementation of a technical solution.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-motivated and proactive, ability to manage multiple assignments and projects concurrently.
  • Experience of Finance, Banking, Insurance or similar industries is a strong plus.
  • Strong excel and other technical skills.
  • Strong relationship skills and communication is essential as this analyst will partner with multiple groups e.g., Business process owners, Technologies, and Enterprise Data Governance.


About the Team

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

  • Competitive base salaries
  • Bonus incentives
  • 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
  • Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
  • Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
  • 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
  • Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
  • Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
  • Career development and training opportunities

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.

The below represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

About American Express

Amex provides industrial services to the coatings and linings sector, providing support for commercial, industrial, and maritime projects such as petrochemical, power, and water treatment industries. They offer painting services for steel structures, storage tank linings and coatings, pipelines, floors, and marine vessels such as ships, tugboats, and barges.

American Express Careers

Join the vibrant team at American Express, a global leader in financial services, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At American Express, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a culture that is committed to excellence and inclusive growth. Work You’ll Do At American Express, we are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential. With a variety of career paths available in areas such as technology, marketing, finance, and customer service, American Express is the perfect place to advance your career. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who thrive on innovation and collaboration. Join our team and contribute to a company known for its prestigious history of leadership in the credit card industry. Engage in meaningful work that makes a real impact on our global scale business operations. American Express Leadership and Development Programs We believe in nurturing the leadership skills of our employees with extensive training programs and leadership development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional development. Internship Opportunities Start your career with an internship at American Express and gain valuable industry experience. Our internships offer a chance to develop skills, work on challenging projects, and learn from leaders in the industry. Interns at American Express are considered integral members of the team and are given responsibilities that provide a real insight into their future career paths. Diversity and Inclusion At American Express, diversity and inclusion are at the core of our company culture. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and inspired. We offer diversity training programs that empower our employees to thrive and lead in a global marketplace. Networking and Innovation Our employees enjoy unparalleled opportunities for networking and personal growth through our global connections and innovative projects. American Express encourages a culture of innovation that helps propel our company and your career forward. Career Benefits and Growth American Express is dedicated to the growth of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and family leave, ensuring that our team members have the support they need to succeed both at work and in their personal lives. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities and open positions at American Express. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about their careers and interested in working for a company that offers a dynamic and supportive environment. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from American Express Careers by following our career blog and signing up for job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your skills and interests. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at American Express. SEARCH AMERICAN EXPRESS JOBS Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership opportunity, American Express offers a path to a rewarding career. Join us and make a difference with your passion, creativity, and drive.
Learn more about American Express
Size
64,000 employees
Market Cap
$108.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1850
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$37 billion
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