Data Specialist

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Client Data Specialist to join ACA Mirabella’s Data and Implementations Team. This person will be responsible for the day-to-day clients’ data onboarding, assisting the client implementation team with data quality issues and helping to identify data inconsistencies.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Client Data Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate must be a team player, solution driven and be able to collaborate effectively with other stakeholders to simplify complex data problems. Self initiative to learn in a challenging, fast-paced and developing regulatory environment is an asset.

The position requires strong analytical skills, and a passion for data integrity and quality. Core responsibilities involve the seamless integration and management of client data obtained from various external systems into our internal control framework.

What you’ll do:

• Day-to-day ownership of clients’ data onboarding process, including ongoing collaboration with departments and updating internal documentation (FAQs, Data Samples, Data Specs, etc.)
• Recognise and understand potential data inconsistencies and reconcile appropriately to preserve data integrity.
• Identify data quality issues through analysis and work with other departments to resolve them.
• Assist with data mapping and help resolve any data inconsistency issues detected.
• Work closely with internal teams and clients to address data quality issues and enhance data workflows.
• Ensure timely and accurate response to internal and external data requests. Provide support to clients on data submission processes and data related enquiries.
• Maintain detailed documentation of data onboarding processes, client data specifications, and data mappings.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data onboarding efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field is preferred, however a degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer or Data Science and acumen of the financial industry will also be considered.
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience, working with large data sets preferable in the financial services sector.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work with personnel at all levels.
• Able to work independently and be resourceful, with excellent time management skills.
• Experience in a highly collaborative and fast-paced work environment.
• Self-driven to learn more about the financial services industry, regulation and relevant reporting and best-practices.
• Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks and ability to work under pressure.

Desirable skills/experience:

• Data analytics.
• Disclosure reporting.
• Surveillance systems implementation.
• Power BI/Tableau.
• SQL/Python.

What working at ACA offers: 

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Our Total Rewards package includes an annual discretionary bonus, pension, private medical insurance, group life insurance, group income protection, subsidized corporate gym membership, season ticket loan, employee assistance programme, and more. Our time off options include up to 26 days of annual holiday allowance and statutory bank holidays, as well as days off for your work anniversary, career development, and volunteering.  

About ACA: 

ACA Group is the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services. We empower our clients to reimagine GRC and protect and grow their business. Our innovative approach integrates consulting, managed services, and our ComplianceAlpha® technology platform with the specialized expertise of former regulators and practitioners and our deep understanding of the global regulatory landscape. 

What we commit to: 

ACA is firmly committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, which applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotions, training, discipline, terminations, layoffs, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and all other terms and conditions of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.