Data Analyst (contract)

Overview Data Analyst 80% + Scrum Master 20% Hybrid role: Job Description: We are seeking a versatile professional to fill a dual-role position as a Data Analyst & Scrum Master within our asset management team. The ideal candidate will spend 80% of their time focusing on data analysis and 20% on Scrum Master responsibilities. Key Responsibilities • Data Analyst (80%): Data Analysis: Analyze financial data related to asset management, including performance metrics, market trends, and investment strategies. • Reporting: Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide insights for investment decisions. • Data Management: Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across various data sources. • Risk Assessment: Identify and quantify risks associated with assets and portfolios. • Collaboration: Work closely with portfolio managers and analysts to support data-driven decision-making. • Documentation: Create detailed documentation of data analysis processes, methodologies, and findings to ensure transparency and reproducibility. • Scrum Master (20%): Facilitation: Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure agile practices are followed and Jira knowledge is strong. • Support and Coaching: Assist the team in clearing obstacles and provide guidance on Scrum principles. • Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a liaison between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and communication of project goals and progress. • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of Scrum processes, team decisions, sprint goals, and progress to ensure clarity and accountability. • Experienced Technical Data Analyst (Agile/Jira Knowledge a Plus): Data Analysis: Analyze financial data related to asset management, including performance metrics, market trends, and investment strategies. • Reporting: Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide insights for investment decisions. • Data Management: Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across various data sources. • Risk Assessment: Identify and quantify risks associated with assets and portfolios. • Collaboration: Work closely with portfolio managers and analysts to support data-driven decision-making. • Documentation: Create detailed documentation of data analysis processes, methodologies, and findings to ensure transparency and reproducibility. • Release Management: Created release notes and associated documentation in collaboration with other team members. • Provide insightful optimization recommendations and insights. Qualifications And Requirements • Would prefer someone local to Irvine, CA, to work with the client 3-4 days/week. • PST time zone (remote/hybrid - travel on an as needed basis). • Financial services experience preferred: asset management. • Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firms respectful and courteous work environment. • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. Pay Rate Range: 71-89 USD hourly Job Details • Seniority level: Mid-Senior level • Employment type: Contract • Job function: Information Technology KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding pay rate ranges. Pay ranges depend on market data, location, experience, and applicable certifications. KPMG and MBO Partners are equal opportunity employers/contractors. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr