Senior Manager - Data Governance & Management

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic thought partnership with the Enterprise Data Office, Enterprise Data Risk Management, Internal Audit, Technology, and Regulatory Reporting teams to ensure compliance with data risk policies.
• Support or lead various audits, reviews, or examinations performed on Finance Data Governance processes.
• Support or lead remediation of findings or gaps identified in the data governance and management processes.
• Assess impact of new policies or policy refreshes on processes and guide the team in change management or establishing new processes.
• Ensure appropriate documentation exists for data governance and management processes.
• Support implementation of PRSA / RCSA controls and ensure effective controls on processes.
• Establish Finance Data Governance implementation roadmap including strategic priorities.
• Implement requirements of the Enterprise Data Governance Policy within critical Finance systems/processes.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of Finance Data Governance.
• Define roles and responsibilities related to finance data governance and ensure clear accountability for stewardship of finance systems.
• Advance the Data Governance Strategy for the Finance Data Management initiative, utilizing new technologies to create standardized data sets.

Requirements

• 7+ years of work experience in Banking/Financial Services.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• Knowledge of data governance practices, business and technology issues related to enterprise information assets.
• Experience in leading audits and reviews for data governance processes and liaising with stakeholders.
• Experience in policy implementation and risk mitigation.
• Proven record of process improvement.
• People leadership experience and ability to attract, engage, and retain high-caliber global talent.
• Working knowledge of Agile methodology or other project management methodologies.
• Strong relationship management and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree in finance or accounting.
• Knowledge of AXP Financial and Regulatory reporting.
• Experience with implementing enterprise data policies.
• Experience with technology-driven data management initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salaries and bonus incentives.
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan.
• Free financial coaching and well-being support.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits.
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite, or virtual arrangements.
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents.
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers (depending on location).
• Free and confidential counseling support through Healthy Minds program.
• Career development and training opportunities.