Data Analyst

Data Analyst 80% + Scrum Master 20% Hybrid role: Job Description:
We are seeking a versatile professional to fill a dual-role position as a Data Analyst & Scrum Master within our asset management team. The ideal candidate will spend 80% of their time focusing on data analysis and 20% on Scrum Master responsibilities.

• Data Analyst (80%):
  Data Analysis:
  Analyze financial data related to asset management, including performance metrics, market trends, and investment strategies.
• Reporting:
  Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide insights for investment decisions.
• Data Management:
  Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across various data sources.
• Risk Assessment:
  Identify and quantify risks associated with assets and portfolios.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with portfolio managers and analysts to support data-driven decision-making.
• Documentation:
  Create detailed documentation of data analysis processes, methodologies, and findings to ensure transparency and reproducibility.
• Scrum Master (20%):
  Facilitation:
  Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure agile practices are followed and Jira knowledge is strong.
• Support and
  
  Coaching:
  
  Assist the team in clearing obstacles and provide guidance on Scrum principles.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  Serve as a liaison between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and communication of project goals and progress.
• Documentation:
  Maintain comprehensive documentation of Scrum processes, team decisions, sprint goals, and progress to ensure clarity and accountability.
• Experienced Technical Data Analyst (Agile/Jira Knowledge a Plus):
  Data Analysis:
  Analyze financial data related to asset management, including performance metrics, market trends, and investment strategies.
• Reporting:
  Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide insights for investment decisions.
• Data Management:
  Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across various data sources.
• Risk Assessment:
  Identify and quantify risks associated with assets and portfolios.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with portfolio managers and analysts to support data-driven decision-making.
• Documentation:
  Create detailed documentation of data analysis processes, methodologies, and findings to ensure transparency and reproducibility.
• Release Management:
  Created release notes and associated documentation in collaboration with other team members.
• Provide insightful optimization recommendations and insights.

• Would prefer someone local to Irvine, CA, to work with the client 3-4 days/week.
• PST time zone (remote/hybrid - travel on an as needed basis).
• Financial services experience preferred: asset management.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm’s respectful and courteous work environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

Pay Rate Range: 71-89 USD hourly

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Contract
• Job function:
  Information Technology

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