Financial Data Associate

Responsibilities:

• Responds promptly and accurately to both internal and external inquiries.

• Plans, designs, develops, and assesses data elements to ensure quality.

• Utilizes a combination of manual and automated processes to validate data accuracy.

• Evaluates data vendors for accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of data.

• Serves as a content expert in their specialized area of data management.

• Collaborates with clients and prospects to brainstorm and implement innovative data solutions.

• Maintains and updates securities data in real-time, ensuring accuracy.

• Establishes a repository for process documentation, covering workflows not included in standard operating procedures.

• Performs basic SQL tasks and acquires fundamental SQL skills.

• Validates investment data by comparing it against third-party market data sources.

• Nurtures relationships with data providers, clients, and service delivery managers.

• Contributes to the operational maintenance of reference data products.

• Develops a foundational understanding of fixed income and equity investments.

• Reviews and updates procedures to ensure they remain current and effective.

• Escalates spending queries in a timely manner to address potential issues.

• Acts as a reliable reference point for assigned tasks, clients, or processes.

• Ensures compliance with risk and control checks in data management.

• Analyzes information flow between accounting and custody systems.

• Develops a working knowledge of corporate bonds and new bond issuance procedures.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in advance Excel.

• SQL skills.

• Familiarity with technology and tools related to Reference Data.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Willingness to learn new things and adapt to change.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.  

• Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.  

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.  

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. 

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities.

Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in Business-related field.

• 1+ years relevant experience.