Data Analyst - Financial & Semantic Layer Focus

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Data Analyst - Financial & Semantic Layer Focus in Boston, MA.

Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical Data Analyst with strong expertise in databases, data modeling, and financial data analysis. This role is critical in bridging technical data structures with business meaning by defining a semantic layer and improving metadata practices within our AWS Databricks Delta Lake environment. The ideal candidate will combine technical proficiency with financial acumen to deliver actionable insights and enable advanced query capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:
Semantic Layer & Metadata Management:
* Define and maintain a business-friendly semantic layer on top of existing tables
* Document Databricks Delta Lake database relationships, add table/column descriptions, tags, and classifications
* Build and maintain ontology and metadata to support governance and discoverability
* Integrate data quality (DQ) rules and ensure data integrity across systems
* Collaborate on taxonomy development and best practices for semantic modeling

Financial Data Analysis:
* Collect, clean, and validate financial data from internal and external sources
* Analyze large datasets to identify trends in revenue, expenses, profitability, and risk exposure
* Perform statistical and scenario analysis to assess market conditions and portfolio performance
* Build dashboards and reports for financial KPIs using tools like Power BI or Tableau
* Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders in clear, actionable formats

Enable Advanced Querying:
* Support conversational query tools (e.g., Genie, text-to-SQL interfaces)
* Ensure semantic layer supports natural language queries such as -Show me revenue for top 10 clients-

Process Improvement:
* Embed semantic and metadata practices into table creation workflows to avoid technical debt

REQUIREMENTS:
* Strong understanding of databases, SQL, and data modeling principles
* Ability to navigate complex schemas and connect disparate data sources
* Familiarity with financial data analysis, KPIs, and business processes
* Experience with metadata management, semantic layer design, and data governance
* Proficiency in BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) and data lineage tools
* Unity Catalog and Databricks experience is a plus, but not mandatory
* Self-starter with ability to work independently after initial guidance
* Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement

Nice-to-Have:
* Exposure to AI-driven query interfaces and best practices for semantic modeling
* Knowledge of API integration for metadata automation

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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