Master Data Specialist

GroupA; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

GroupA is seeking a Senior Finance Master Data Design & Governance Architect for a Finance Data & Reporting Modernization program (ARC2). This fully remote role will collaborate with Accounting, CFP&A, and ERP/EPM leaders to redesign finance reporting structures and establish master data governance.

The candidate should bring deep expertise in master data governance, design rationalization, and the ability to advise business and technology teams with minimal onboarding.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading finance reporting and finance master data transformation initiatives.
• Deep expertise in Finance Data Architecture and Master Data Governance.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and finance business processes.
• Experience working with ERP and EPM platforms, preferably SAP ECC/SAP S/4HANA and TM1.
• Proven ability to work independently in a global, cross‑functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the redesign of finance reporting dimensions and master data, including Chart of Accounts, Cost Centers, Profit Centers, Product Hierarchies, and WBS structures.
• Partner with Accounting, CFP&A, and ERP/EPM stakeholders to define future‑state finance reporting and master data requirements.
• Design and implement master data governance frameworks, including data ownership, stewardship, approval workflows, governance councils, and governance processes.
• Rationalize existing finance master data and recommend scalable, sustainable future‑state solutions.
• Facilitate cross‑functional workshops and guide stakeholders through complex design and governance decisions.
• Develop implementation‑ready business and functional requirements for future ERP and EPM deployment.
• Provide expert guidance on accounting requirements, finance reporting, and the downstream impact of master data design decisions on enterprise systems.

Skills

Finance Data Architecture

Master Data Governance

ERP/EPM platforms

Stakeholder collaboration

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP ECC

SAP S/4HANA

TM1

Job description

• Requirements - GC holder or USC required

We are seeking a Senior Finance Master Data Design & Governance Architect to support a Finance Data & Reporting Modernization Program (ARC2). This fully remote role will partner with Accounting, Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis (CFP&A), and ERP/EPM leaders to redesign finance reporting structures, establish master data governance, and develop implementation-ready requirements for future system deployment

.We are looking for a hands-on Finance Data Architect who has deep expertise in Master Data Governance and understands how finance master data should be designed, rationalized, and governed to support long‑term business objectives. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor who can help drive key design decisions, bridge business and technology teams, and quickly contribute with minimal onboarding

Responsibiliti

• esLead the redesign of finance reporting dimensions and master data, including Chart of Accounts, Cost Centers, Profit Centers, Product Hierarchies, and WBS structure
• s.Partner with Accounting, CFP&A, and ERP/EPM stakeholders to define future‑state finance reporting and master data requirement
• s.Design and implement master data governance frameworks, including data ownership, stewardship, approval workflows, governance councils, and governance processe
• s.Rationalize existing finance master data and recommend scalable, sustainable future‑state solution
• s.Facilitate cross‑functional workshops and guide stakeholders through complex design and governance decision
• s.Develop implementation‑ready business and functional requirements for future ERP and EPM deployment
• s.Provide expert guidance on accounting requirements, finance reporting, and the downstream impact of master data design decisions on enterprise system

Requireme

• nts10+ years of relevant experience leading finance reporting and finance master data transformation initiativ
• es.Deep expertise in Finance Data Architecture and Master Data Governance, with the ability to establish governance models and make strategic data design recommendatio
• ns.Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, financial consolidation, and finance business process
• es.Experience working with ERP and EPM platforms, preferably SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA and TM1. This is not a system configuration role, but candidates should understand the implementation implications of design decisio
• ns.Proven ability to work independently, navigate complex stakeholder environments, and quickly add value with minimal ramp‑up ti
• time.Experience supporting global organizations is preferr
• ed.Experience in the biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industry is a significant plus but not requir
• ed.Bachelor's degree required. Degree field is flexible for candidates with significant relevant experience; equivalent practical expertise is highly valu