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For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients' critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community.
 
Data Assurance Analyst III
Location: Onsite – Cincinnati, OH (Downtown)

Top Skills Must Have

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Demonstrated productivity, accountability, and attention to detail

Nice to Have

• Data Quality Management skills or willingness to learn
• Domain and business knowledge of Deposit and/or Loan products
• Familiarity with technical and analytical concepts to support data validation

Group Summary The Data Assurance group builds and maintains enterprise-level mastered data products by financial statement caption that serve as trusted sources of truth for the organization. By centralizing, validating, and ensuring complete datasets, the team provides accurate, consistent, and accessible data for business, financial, and regulatory purposes.

Through rigorous quality assessments, proactive issue resolution, and collaboration with upstream data owners, the group addresses root causes of data errors and helps design effective controls. In partnership with business, finance, and data engineering teams, the group modernizes processes, promotes transparency, and ensures data is understood and appropriately used.

By developing robust quality metrics and operating within regulatory and risk frameworks, the team drives continuous improvement, accountability, and confident decision-making across the enterprise.

Job Summary The Data Assurance Analyst III plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and accessibility of mastered data. This individual contributes by performing routine quality assessments, identifying anomalies, and supporting resolution efforts while ensuring alignment with business and reporting needs.
Key responsibilities include:

• Data Strategy & Governance
  
  • Define and implement data logic and decision rules for assigned domains
  • Maintain and enhance business glossaries and metadata repositories
• Data Quality & Reconciliation
  
  • Lead reconciliation efforts for financial domains (deposits, loans, etc.)
  • Design and implement control points and quality checks
• Business Partnership & Collaboration
  
  • Serve as a liaison between business and technical teams
  • Support regulatory and audit responses with accurate data documentation
• Process Modernization & Enablement
  
  • Develop dashboards to track KPIs, anomalies, and issue resolution
  • Recommend improvements to data tools, workflows, and automation
• Operating Rhythms & Knowledge Base
  
  • Lead Agile stories and contribute to backlog grooming
  • Identify business factors (internal/external) impacting data quality
  • Leverage technology to streamline assessments and automate processes

What You'll Get
 
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
 

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Optional life and disability insurance provided
• 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing
• Paid vacation time
• Paid Bench time
• Training allowance offering
• You'll be eligible to earn referral bonuses!

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