Job Title : Lead Data Scientist
Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York City, NY
Interview: 2 Rounds | Early September
Duration : 12 Month Contract
Job Summary
We are seeking a Director, Finance Data Lead to lead the strategy, development, and delivery of finance data products, analytics, and AI-ready data solutions. This role will combine data science, analytics, and finance expertise to improve planning, reporting, forecasting, and decision-making across Finance.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in data science, data analytics, financial data, and data strategy, along with a solid understanding of Finance and the ability to translate Finance business needs into scalable data solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Finance data strategy and roadmap.
- Develop and drive finance data products, analytics, and AI-ready data solutions.
- Apply data science and advanced analytics to Finance planning, forecasting, reporting, and decision-making.
- Partner with Finance, Data Science, Technology, and Governance teams.
- Translate Finance requirements into scalable data and analytics solutions.
- Establish data governance, quality, and standardization across finance data.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on non-SAP finance data and data modernization.
- Identify opportunities to leverage AI, analytics, and emerging data technologies within Finance.
Required Qualifications
- Strong background in Data Science, Data Analytics, Finance Data, or Data Strategy.
- Experience with financial data, FP&A, financial planning, forecasting, or reporting.
- Experience leading data/analytics initiatives and cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of data products, data governance, data quality, and modern data platforms.
- Ability to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
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