MIS Reference Data

The Firm Wide Management Information Systems (MIS) team within Financial Analysis (FA) is responsible for a wide range of activities including partnering across the firm to provide reporting solutions, delivery of Actuals, data governance and quality. Our key stakeholders include Planning & Analysis (P&A), Controllers, Treasury, SEC, and Business Management teams across Finance. You will be responsible for leading our organization's efforts in managing and governing reference data. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of data management principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.

As a MIS Reference Data, Vice President within the Firm Wide MIS team, you will develop and implement a comprehensive reference data governance framework, ensuring data quality, consistency, and compliance across the organization. You will lead strategic initiatives and collaborate with various stakeholders to align reference data needs with business objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic vision for reference data governance aligned with organizational data strategy and business objectives.
• Lead the creation and implementation of a comprehensive reference data governance framework, including policies, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of reference data across all business units and systems.
• Implement data quality management practices, such as data profiling, cleansing, and validation processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to reference data management.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with reference data, including data security, privacy, and integrity.
• Collaborate with business units, IT, and stakeholders to align reference data needs with business processes and objectives.
• Foster a culture of data stewardship and accountability across the organization.
• Evaluate and implement data management tools and technologies to support reference data governance.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in data management and governance.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to measure the effectiveness of reference data governance and report to senior leadership.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a subject of a technical nature.
• 7+ years of work experience, in Financial Services, and/or accounting/controller background.
• Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Inquisitive, enthusiastic, and diligent, capable of challenging peers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly.
• Highly motivated and able to thrive and think clearly under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Integrity in handling highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Team player with the ability to be respected as a trusted partner for the Business, Finance, and FP&A Teams.
• Highly motivated self-starter with excellent time management/prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze large data sets and present conclusions concisely.
• Project management skills and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.