The Lead Data Migration Specialist plays a crucial role in enhancing our system's automation, speed, accuracy, and workflow. They employ tools such as Excel, SQL, and AI to collect and analyze data, resolving issues and discrepancies. This optimization greatly improves the efficiency of onboarding client data at Clearwater. Collaborating closely with our talented development teams, they devise creative strategies that not only simplify the process but also dramatically cut down delivery times. Our commitment lies in establishing processes that are not only replicable but also adaptable, enabling us to effortlessly accommodate our expanding client base.
Responsibilities:
Applies acquired skills, procedures, and decision-making best practices to resolve various issues.
Loads and validates client data into the Clearwater investment account system as the primary responsibility.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of Clearwater Way methodologies to implement and onboard clients, including aligning and supporting CW's Client Engagement Model.
Identifies opportunities for improvement and takes the lead in implementing solutions, both individually and within their role, for continuous service improvement.
Applies their understanding of the accounting equation, amortization, interest income, and other accounting concepts.
Utilizes their understanding of data intake, normalization, reconciliation, and reporting workflow, along with related concepts.
Applies their understanding of mortgages and private equity.
Understands and applies Clearwater's core value proposition (aggregate, reconcile, report) in a market- and client-agnostic manner.
Required skills:
They must possess a solid foundation in accounting knowledge.
Advanced Excel proficiency.
Securities or financial markets knowledge, especially involving derivatives, alternatives, structured products, and/or fixed income.
Project Management Skills (ex. workstream lead, organizing and managing priorities).
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional problem-solving abilities and math expertise.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s & Master’s in finance or math, accounting, economics.
2+ years of relevant experience.
Experience with SQL or other relational databases
Salary Range: $60,000 - $85,000
This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, benefits include: health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), PTO, parental leave, and medical leave, STD/LTD insurance benefits. Clearwater Analytics is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Clearwater Analytics (CWAN) Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Located in the heart of the Loop in Downtown Chicago. The office is easy to get to with various train and bus stops nearby.
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