Reference Data Services Intermediate Associate Analyst

Citigroup; Getzville (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup in Getzville, New York seeks a Reference Data Services Associate Analyst. This developing professional role blends in-depth data knowledge with industry standards to ensure accuracy and consistency of gold source entity data across the firm.

You will support QA processes, coordinate with global teams, assist UAT and audit requests, and help manage risk by following policies and controls. The position offers full-time hours with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years relevant experience.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on MS Excel.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform data quality/quality assurance over reference data ensuring accuracy and alignment with conventions.
• Support reactive and proactive control frameworks and resolve findings timely.
• Liaise with global teams to maintain a consistent data model.
• Serve as escalation point for issues and complex processing.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and project work.
• Assist with MCA testing, CAP milestones, and audit-related requests.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Reference Data Services Assoc Analyst is a developing professional role which integrates in-depth specialty knowledge with a solid understanding of industry standards and practices; demonstrates good understanding of how the team and area integrate with others in accomplishing the objectives of the subfunction/ job family. Applies analytical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and methodologies. Breaks down information in a systematic and communicable manner. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to exchange potentially complex/sensitive information. Moderate but direct impact through close contact with the businesses' core activities. Quality and timeliness of service provided will affect the effectiveness of own team and other closely related teams.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing the data quality / quality assurance functions over the critical reference data maintained by Entity Data Management (EDM), that is considered gold source data for the firm, to ensure accuracy and validity of entity data while also ensuring it aligns with standard data conventions.
• Support reactive and proactive control frameworks, while effectively managing the resolutions of findings/observations, ensuring that tasks are completed timely, meeting internal targets.
• Liaises with other operational teams globally to ensure that a globally consistent model is followed with respect to this critical reference data.
• Serves as escalation point for issues and complex processing.
• Involved in key projects applicable to the data quality functions. Provide support for User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Delivers project work daily, while developing knowledge of the broader context in which work is being performed. This includes tasks related to Monthly Control Assessment (MCA) testing, assisting to ensure Corrective Action Plan (CAP) milestones are met, and supporting audit related asks as necessary.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years relevant experience
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on MS Excel
• Self-motivated and detail oriented

Education

• Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $61,120.00 - $85,280.00

In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs.

Citi offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays.

Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Job Family Group: Operations - Services

Job Family: Reference Data Services

Time Type: Full time

Primary Location: Getzville New York United States

Anticipated Posting Close Date: Nov 17, 2026

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