Financial Data Analyst

clearwateranalytics; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Analytics in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Financial Data Analyst to monitor and maintain asset data for clients. You will act as a content expert on data topics including reference data, analytics, and corporate actions.

Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, designing data elements, and validating data accuracy with manual and automated methods. You will collaborate with clients and providers to implement innovative data solutions and maintain securities data in real time.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in advanced 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 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.

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.

Skills

Advanced Excel

SQL

Reference Data Tools

Independent and Collaborative Work

Willingness to Learn

Attention to Detail

Documentation

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business-related field

Tools

Reference Data Tools

Job description

The Financial Data Analyst is responsible for monito ring and maintain ing asset da ta for Clearwater's clients . As content experts, FDAs advise internal and external constituents on the proper handling of critical data topics such as security maste r, reference data, asset classes, corporate actions, cash flows, analytics, pricing, amortization, performance, derivatives, and alternative assets etc .

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.