Data Governance Architect IV

Robert Half•San Ramon, CA

6d•$109,000 - $165,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced BI Data Architect IV to join our Financial Data & Analytics team. This role is critical in shaping the enterprise data architecture, ensuring data consistency, and enabling high-impact reporting and analytics across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and communication skills to support cross-functional initiatives and drive data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in data, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field.
10+ years of experience working with large, complex data platforms (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, DB2).
Proven experience in data modeling, ETL pipeline design, and semantic layer development.
Strong understanding of accounting and finance concepts, including intercompany transactions.
Demonstrated ability to communicate technical ideas effectively to business stakeholders and executives.
Experience with BI tools such as Domo, Cognos, OBIEE, or MicroStrategy.
Proficiency in SQL and working with both traditional and cloud-based data platforms.
Strong business writing and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ERP, CRM, HCM, Procure-to-Pay, Incentive Compensation, and financial systems.
Experience with Knowledge Base tools like Collibra, Data.world, Document360, Confluence etc.
Understanding of project management methodologies and international business concepts, including currency exchange.
Certifications in Analytics, Data Science, or related fields are a plus.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Lead the development of semantic data models, data definitions, and metric standards to support enterprise-wide reporting and analytics.
Partner with business and technical teams to analyze complex business scenarios and translate them into scalable data solutions.
Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders by translating technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
Deliver executive-level presentations and documentation to communicate data architecture strategies and outcomes.
Design and maintain data models, data mappings, and metadata documentation to ensure consistency and accuracy across systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data is sourced from systems of record and aligned with business needs.
Support the migration and integration of data across platforms, ensuring data quality and governance standards are upheld.
Contribute to the development of business data definitions and support the standardization of key financial and operational terms (e.g., RH Affiliate vs. Company).
Provide guidance on data governance best practices, including data privacy, security, and compliance.

Benefits

A collaborative and innovative work environment.
Opportunities to lead high-impact projects and influence enterprise data strategy.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
The typical annual salary range for this position is shown below and is negotiable depending upon experience and location. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.
$109,000.00 - $165,000.00
We offer exceptional earning potential and a competitive benefits package, including group health insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental), FSA and HSA healthcare accounts, life and accident insurance, adoption and fertility assistance, paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks, and short/long term disability.
Robert Half provides paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) our people receive varies based on their years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new hire earns up to 17 days of CTO per calendar year. Our people also receive up to 11 paid holidays per calendar year.
We also offer the opportunity to contribute to our company 401(k) savings and investment plan or deferred compensation plan (if eligible), with an employer match of 100% on the first 3% of your contributions for eligible employees.
Learn more at https://roberthalfbenefits.com.
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