Data Governance Analyst

American Express

. Ensure Finance Data Office compliance with the Enterprise Data Governance Policy and appropriate accountability models and processes for data asset management, metadata management, data quality, and issue resolution .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJunior💰 $78,000 - $124,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data governance, data quality management, and metadata practices, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in SQL and Excel. Capable of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance data processes and support regulatory reporting needs.

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Data Governance ComplianceSQL ProficiencyData Quality ManagementMetadata PracticesAnalytical Reporting

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Hard Skills

Data Quality AnalysisSQLData LineageData IntegrationData ManagementData DictionariesBusiness GlossariesData Quality RulesAnalytical ReportingExcel

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSelf-MotivatedProactiveRelationship ManagementProject Management

Industry Keywords

Finance Data OfficeEnterprise Data Governance PolicyRegulatory ReportingData ActivationData Asset Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure Finance Data Office compliance with the Enterprise Data Governance Policy and appropriate accountability models and processes for data asset management, metadata management, data quality, and issue resolution
Produce data quality scorecards, dashboards, analytical reports, and attestation packages for in-scope processes
Collaborate and communicate with FDO, technology engineers, technology product owners, report teams, and other project partners
Support each step of data activation and collaborate with team members and leadership to meet timelines
Support strategic improvements to data assessment processes and enhance data analytical and data quality tools
Support regulatory reporting needs through existing platforms, working with upstream data providers, downstream business partners, and technology teams
Support development and maintenance of business glossaries, data integration, data lineage, and data management activities
Validate completeness of data lineage from data element creation in the system of record through consumption by business users
Provide ongoing support for metadata implementation, testing, and integration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in information systems or equivalent experience
1-3 years of experience in Finance
Understanding of metadata practices such as data lineage, data dictionaries, business glossaries, Data Quality rules, source system inventories, etc.
Strong technical and data analysis skills and prior experience with SQL
Ability to collect business requirements and use them to guide implementation of a technical solution
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated and proactive, ability to manage multiple assignments and projects concurrently
Strong Excel and other technical skills
Strong relationship skills and communication is essential as this analyst will partner with multiple groups
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required; the company will not pursue visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities