Data Management & Governance Analyst III

Wipfli; United States; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) with match

Education assistance

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Travel rewards

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking a Data Management & Governance Analyst III to work in person, remote, or hybrid across the U.S. You will profile data, collaborate with owners and tech teams, and apply governance policies to improve data quality and stewardship.

Candidates should have 3+ years in data governance or related fields, with strong SQL and BI tool experience. The role includes managing glossaries, dashboards, MDM activities, and cross-functional governance initiatives while supporting data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information management, business administration, data analytics, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in data stewardship, data governance, data quality, or data analysis; experience in professional services, accounting, or financial services preferred
• Experience applying data governance standards, policies, or stewardship processes in a business environment
• Working proficiency in SQL and data profiling, visualization, and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools
• Experience using, or the ability to learn, data governance, metadata management, or Master Data Management platforms
• Working knowledge of data management principles and foundational ETL/ELT, data warehousing, and data modeling concepts
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately and follow applicable privacy, security, and professional services requirements
• Effective communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for business audiences
• Certification in data governance (CDMP, DGSP) or data quality is preferred
• Experience using Profisee and/or Purview is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform data profiling and analysis for assigned data domains to identify data quality issues, trends, and potential root causes
• Collaborate with data owners, data stewards, business stakeholders, and technical teams to document issues, support remediation plans, and track progress through resolution
• Apply established data governance policies, standards, procedures, and stewardship processes within assigned areas of responsibility
• Maintain business glossaries, data dictionaries, metadata, lineage documentation, and other governance artifacts using established standards and tools
• Monitor data quality controls and prepare recurring metrics, scorecards, and reports that provide visibility into data quality and governance activities
• Support Master Data Management activities, including data matching, survivorship review, stewardship workflows, and onboarding of assigned data domains
• Assist with governance activities for system implementations, data integrations, acquisitions, and other enterprise data initiatives by completing assigned analysis and documentation
• Partner with stakeholders to clarify business definitions and data requirements and elevate unresolved or cross-functional issues as needed
• Identify practical opportunities to improve governance workflows, documentation, reporting, and stakeholder adoption, and recommend changes
• Support the development and delivery of governance communications, training materials, and working sessions
• Share knowledge and provide day-to-day guidance to governance participants or less experienced analysts on established processes and tools

Skills

Data governance

SQL

Data profiling

Tableau

Power BI

Data storytelling

CDMP

DGSP

Profisee

Purview

Education

Bachelor's degree in information management, business administration, data analytics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Profisee

Purview

Job description

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

Requisition Number: 2026-8412

Data Management & Governance Analyst III can work in person, remote, or in a hybrid environment in the U.S.

Responsibilities:

• Perform data profiling and analysis for assigned data domains to identify data quality issues, trends, and potential root causes
• Collaborate with data owners, data stewards, business stakeholders, and technical teams to document issues, support remediation plans, and track progress through resolution
• Apply established data governance policies, standards, procedures, and stewardship processes within assigned areas of responsibility
• Maintain business glossaries, data dictionaries, metadata, lineage documentation, and other governance artifacts using established standards and tools
• Monitor data quality controls and prepare recurring metrics, scorecards, and reports that provide visibility into data quality and governance activities
• Support Master Data Management activities, including data matching, survivorship review, stewardship workflows, and onboarding of assigned data domains
• Assist with governance activities for system implementations, data integrations, acquisitions, and other enterprise data initiatives by completing assigned analysis and documentation
• Partner with stakeholders to clarify business definitions and data requirements and elevate unresolved or cross-functional issues as needed
• Identify practical opportunities to improve governance workflows, documentation, reporting, and stakeholder adoption, and recommend changes
• Support the development and delivery of governance communications, training materials, and working sessions
• Share knowledge and provide day-to-day guidance to governance participants or less experienced analysts on established processes and tools

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information management, business administration, data analytics, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in data stewardship, data governance, data quality, or data analysis; experience in professional services, accounting, or financial services preferred
• Experience applying data governance standards, policies, or stewardship processes in a business environment
• Working proficiency in SQL and data profiling, visualization, and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools
• Experience using, or the ability to learn, data governance, metadata management, or Master Data Management platforms
• Working knowledge of data management principles and foundational ETL/ELT, data warehousing, and data modeling concepts
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately and follow applicable privacy, security, and professional services requirements
• Effective communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for business audiences
• Certification in data governance (CDMP, DGSP) or data quality is preferred
• Experience using Profisee and/or Purview is preferred

Carly Seidl, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect!

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Additional Details:

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at [e-mail].

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $88,000-132,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location.

“Wipfli” is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.