Financial Operations / Reference Data Analyst

Veterans Sourcing Group

Newark, DE

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Benchmarking, Communication Skills, Corporate Finance, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Finance, Financial Operations, Fixed Income Investments, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Stock Market, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Team Player, Time Management, Vlookups
LOCATION
Newark, DE
POSTED
30+ days ago
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Financial Operations / Reference Data Analyst
Pay Rate: $28/hr W2
Duration: 6 Months (RTH Opportunity)
Location: Newark, DE (Onsite)

Important Notes:
  • Bachelor's Degree REQUIRED
  • Work Schedule: 5 days onsite
    • Rotational shifts between 9:00 AM 7:00 PM
    • Occasional weekend availability (2 4 hours) for system testing
  • Interview Process: Up to 2 rounds (Zoom or In-person)

Job Summary:
This role focuses on financial data operations and reference data management, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery of data used across business functions. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with internal teams and data vendors.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform daily validation of reference data within internal systems
  • Work with data vendors and technology teams to resolve data issues and improve quality
  • Complete all daily and monthly deliverables within deadlines
  • Handle and resolve client queries professionally and efficiently
  • Participate in stakeholder meetings and support process improvements
  • Escalate issues promptly and maintain proper documentation

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and time management
  • Proficiency in MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)
  • Understanding or interest in financial markets / data operations

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in Fixed Income, Fund Valuation, Pricing, or related areas
  • Knowledge of corporate actions, index benchmarking, and stock markets
  • Experience working with data vendors and data quality processes
  • Background in operations, corporate finance, accounting, or supply chain analytics

Top Skills:
  • Proactive, self-starter mindset
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good time management and organizational skills
  • Interest in the financial/data landscape

What Will Make a Candidate Stand Out:
  • Prior operations experience
  • Exposure to finance/accounting environments
  • Experience as operations analyst / supply chain analyst
  • Strong Excel and data-handling capabilities

About the Company

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Veterans Sourcing Group