Data Governance & Management Officer

About The Role

As a Data Governance and Management Officer, you will manage a team of Reference Data Analysts and oversee the implementation of master data and reference data changes, primarily of (but not limited to) the Bank’s Chart of Accounts across Finance-owned systems. You will review key operating procedures, act as a subject matter expert in reference data management, and provide guidance to the Data Governance and Management Analysts. Also, you will be accountable for ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of reference data across various financial systems and processes within the Bank, as well as managing the performance and development of the analysts.

How You’ll Contribute

• Manage a team of Reference Data Analysts and oversee the implementation of reference data changes, ensuring data accuracy and consistency in line with industry best practices and internal policies.
• Collaborate, influence, and build relationship with stakeholders to establish and enforce data governance standards, policies, and procedures related to reference data management.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on reference data, providing guidance and support to other teams within Finance and across the organization.
• Support the process improvement initiatives within the team with the aim of enhancing data quality and efficiency.
• Review process documentation, including operating procedures and data dictionaries, to ensure clarity and consistency in reference data management practices.
• Drive the scheduled data quality checks and audit activities to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring high data integrity.
• Ensure team compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and internal controls related to reference data management.
• Plan, organize and oversee the completion of projects and initiatives related to reference data while ensuring these projects are on time, on budget and within scope.
• Other related tasks which may be assigned from time to time.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• At least five years of experience in reference data management, data analysis, or a similar role within the Finance industry
• Very good understanding of financial reporting, general ledger, accounting, banking products, financial instruments, securities, and market data
• Extensive experience in using reference data tools and systems (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters, Oracle ERP and EPM modules, etc)
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and best practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
  
  

About Security Bank

Security Bank is one of the Philippines’ best capitalized private domestic universal banks. Established in 1951 and publicly listed with the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE:SECB) in 1995, our major businesses cover retail, corporate, commercial, and business (MSME) banking.

We’re recognized as an Employer of Choice in Philippine banking by various award-giving bodies for our values-based culture, industry-leading engagement and benefits, and commitment to work-life balance.

Most recently, we ranked as the #2 best employer in the Philippines and #54 globally on the prestigious Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2023 list.

At Security Bank, our approach to Human Capital Management (HCM) is embodied by our Employee Value Proposition (EVP): “YOU matter.”

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