Data Analyst II - Remote

About the Company

First Citizens Bank is a leading financial services provider committed to delivering exceptional banking solutions to individuals, businesses, and communities across the United States. With a rich history of stability and growth, the bank emphasizes innovation, integrity, and customer-centricity. As a trusted partner in financial success, First Citizens Bank continually invests in technology and talent to enhance its service offerings and operational efficiency. The organization fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging professional development and continuous learning to maintain its competitive edge in the banking industry.

About the Role

This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following locations: Charlotte, NC, Raleigh, NC, or Phoenix, AZ. The position is part of the Enterprise Data organization, primarily focused on the overarching governance and architecture of all data across the enterprise. The successful candidate will support initiatives aimed at improving enterprise data quality, governance, and analytics capabilities. This role involves driving positive change within the bank through technical innovation and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring that enterprise data is managed effectively to support strategic decision-making. The individual will be responsible for creating and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation related to enterprise data, providing expert consultation to team members, IT departments, and other stakeholders on data management tactics that align with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Data Management, Information Technology, Finance, or related field with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Data Management, Financial Analysis, or similar roles.
• Or High School Diploma or GED with at least 8 years of relevant experience in Data Management, Financial Analysis, or related areas.
• Understanding of data warehousing, transformation processes, and ETL methodologies.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends impacting the financial services and insurance industries.
• Experience working with Banking, Regulatory compliance, Data Warehouses/Data Lakes, AWS, Snowflake, and related cloud technologies.
• Proven experience leading agile data product delivery within cross-functional teams using frameworks such as Scrum, SAFe, or Kanban.
• Strong understanding of data lineage documentation, data transformation methods, and database management.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, capable of writing complex queries for data analysis.
• Ability to translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in creating dashboards using Tableau and Power BI for reporting and analysis purposes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement enhancements to improve the quality, management, and storage of enterprise data, including profiling, exception reporting, and issue resolution within the Enterprise Data Warehouse.
• Build and update dashboards to facilitate modern analytics and data visualization, supporting data-driven decision-making across the organization.
• Enforce data policies and procedures throughout the enterprise, ensuring compliance and data integrity.
• Encourage feedback and discussion among associates to identify opportunities for improving data management capabilities.
• Perform month-end validations on reporting data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and readiness for business use.
• Facilitate initiatives that develop and enhance the bank’s data management capabilities, aligning with strategic business objectives.
• Assist management in creating and executing business plans related to data governance and analytics improvements.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including source-to-target mappings, data dictionaries, and data lineage documentation for the Enterprise Data Warehouse.
• Stay informed about current and emerging technologies impacting data management and analytics within the financial industry.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings programs including 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday leave to support work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Flexible work arrangements to support remote work and personal commitments.
• Wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Competitive compensation packages aligned with industry standards.