Job Title: Finance Data Analyst

Role Summary:

The Finance Data Analyst is a champion for building data literacy and maturity across the Finance function. This role ensures that Finance data meets strict data quality standards and supports robust and effective risk and control practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and enhance data capabilities within Finance by applying consistent data strategies and principles throughout the data lifecycle

• Collaborate with internal Finance stakeholders, IT, Legal, Privacy, and Data Governance teams on day-to-day operations and project-based initiatives

• Manage the Data Issue Log, including tracking, resolution, and escalation to the Data Governance Office when required

• Act as a key contributor to the Finance Data Forums — responsibilities may include preparing meeting materials, facilitating discussions, scribing, and maintaining data quality dashboards and scorecards

• Maintain team documentation such as policies, user guides, and standard operating procedures

• Execute Chart of Account (COA) requests accurately and in a timely manner

• Maintain and understand Finance hierarchies (e.g., IFRS17, CGAAP, Management Information) and manage related reference data

• Support COA intake request reviews and assessments

• Develop/refine efficiency metrics, dashboards, and both financial and non-financial KPIs to support the Finance data dictionary and MI inventories

• Assist in process and procedure development across the team

• Represent Finance in Data Impact Assessments (DIAs) and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)

• Contribute to the implementation of internal control policies and embed governance controls into Finance change initiatives

• Partner with governance and IT teams to develop automated data quality and retention solutions

• Continuously improve governance practices and documentation

• Support audits by engaging with internal Finance teams, internal risk groups, and external auditors, providing necessary testing, evidence, and iCARE updates

• Manage team data within the Canada Finance SharePoint site

• Prepare and maintain Finance reports as needed

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree; CPA/CA designation or in progress

• 3+ years of relevant experience in a data-driven environment, financial analysis, and/or reporting within Finance or P&C Insurance

• Solid understanding of data management and data stewardship principles

• Strong communication and organizational skills; proven ability to build effective relationships across diverse teams

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; experience with data profiling is a plus

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Visio, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

• Experience with BI tools such as Qlik Sense and Business Objects

• Familiarity with finance software (e.g., Oracle)

• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset

Perform assigned responsibilities, collaborate with team members, and adhere to company policies. Strong communication, problem-solving, and work ethic required. Adaptability, initiative, and willingness to learn are valued.