Job Description Location: Jersey City, NJ - Hybrid W2 Only Financial Services Industry Required Audit Experience a must! Job at a Glance The team is seeking a Financial Data Analyst to support the Finance & Tax department as part of the Finance COO – Data Office (FDO). The Data Analyst will be responsible for maintaining a strong data governance framework, resolving data quality issues, and driving data sourcing strategies. This position requires cross-functional collaboration across global teams and the ability to lead remediation efforts on data compliance and accuracy issues. Responsibilities Lead the business line stream supporting Finance & Tax teams. Analyze data issues, investigate anomalies from data quality checks, and propose and implement data sourcing structures. Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements and processes for data strategy implementation. Document existing and proposed workflows, identifying gaps and areas for improvement. Support enhancement efforts of data control environment and upstream processes. Lead the remediation effort over issues related to data sourcing, data inaccuracy, and data compliance. Prepare and present issues to the relevant data governance bodies. Ensure timely and quality delivery of assigned projects and activities. Coordinate with stakeholders across locations including New York, New Jersey, Montreal, Mumbai, London, and Paris. Qualifications Required: 7+ years of experience in IT audit (external or internal) and/or IT control framework management in financial services. Strong self-direction and ownership of projects. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with expertise in business processes and data analytics. Knowledge of accounting and general ledger structures. Experience with business analysis, data sourcing and management, business/functional specification, and application testing. Understanding of financial products, system architectures, and accounting business processes (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP, regulatory reporting, multi-currency accounting). Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly. Experience working in global cross-functional teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Power Platform. Familiarity with project management tools, JIRA, and SharePoint. Preferred: Fluency in French, Spanish, or Portuguese. Knowledge of tools such as robotics, Alteryx, BI, AI, etc. About the Client The client is a global financial services organization with a robust international presence. The Finance COO department acts as a bridge between the Finance & Tax teams and other departments globally, ensuring data quality and control across systems and jurisdictions. This team values diversity, ethical conduct, and a collaborative approach to creating a sustainable, inclusive work environment. #INDGEN