Data Quality Analyst

Position Title

Data Quality Analyst

Location

Hicksville, NY 11801

Job Summary

The Data Quality Analyst is responsible for validating the consistent Data Quality standards that data owners/stewards follow. Using knowledge of loan or retail banking business requirements ensures compliance with the quality assurance standards by periodically performing a process of data profiling and testing to discover inconsistencies and other anomalies in the data, and reports results accordingly. The Analyst may be assigned to a specialized business line (i.e. bank-wide, deposit or loan) and apply subject matter experience specific to that category. This data monitoring reduces business, regulatory and reputational risk of poor-quality data, by ensuring the Company’s data is predictable, controlled and reliable.

Pay Range: $73,626 - 95,714 - 117,801Pay Range: Local Minimum Wage - $0.00 - $0.00

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct data quality reviews to ensure compliance with established data quality standards. Analyze complex structured and unstructured data to uncover issues and deliver targeted testing results that support quality assurance efforts. Implement automated tests, scripts, and data quality testing tools to streamline and enhance testing efficiency.
• Document testing activities, including the data quality error or issue identification, tracking, and remediation.  Utilize data visualizations to effectively communicate testing results to stakeholders.
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion in addressing gaps in data quality standards, processes, or controls.
• Demonstrate interest in learning and applying industry best practices, tools and technologies, including data science and statistical techniques, to enhance data quality assurance processes.
• Meets established milestones and deliverables within established timelines, and in adherence to the departmental documentation and quality standards.

Additional Accountabilities

• Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
• Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with specialization in finance, accounting, business administration, management or analytics, or 6+ years of equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years’ audit, risk management, data governance, data quality control or data quality assurance experience in Financial Services Industry or related field, with preference for commercial lending, mortgage and/or retail banking/deposit experience based on assigned focus.
• Experience validating loan and/or deposit data to ensure compliance with business/regulatory requirements is preferred.
• Experience in developing test script and work papers, and performing data or controls testing is a plus.

Job Competencies:

• Basic knowledge of, and the ability to apply data governance concepts, practices and procedures to assigned area.
• Knowledge of commercial lending, mortgage and/or retail banking processes, operations and related regulations preferred; knowledge of BSA customer data related requirements a plus.
• Detail oriented; ability to quickly identify differences or issues when reviewing data attributes.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Officer applications.
• Excellent communications skills, and experience in data visualization tools and techniques is a plus.
• Good analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Is inclusive and works constructively with others.
• Ability to work with multiple data sources of disparate structured or unstructured data.
• Ability to present complex information in a manner that is understandable to a broad non-technical audience.
• Ability to work with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet established deadlines.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders by communicating clearly, engaging in proactive collaboration, and leveraging cross functional insights. Aligns relationship building efforts with enterprise goals to accelerate performance and drive strategic results.
• Builds trusted client relationships, whether internal or external, by identifying needs and delivering tailored solutions to enhance the overall client experience.
• Fosters or supports a positive work culture and productive work environment, displaying importance of effective relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Physical demands (ADA): No unusual physical exertion is involved.

Flagstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Flagstar provides teammates access to a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: Benefits | Flagstar Bank