Acuity Knowledge Partners Acuity Knowledge Partners (Acuity) is a leading provider of bespoke research, analytics and technology solutions to the financial services sector, including asset managers, corporate and investment banks, private equity and venture capital firms, hedge funds and consulting firms. Its global network of over 6,000 analysts and industry experts, combined with proprietary technology, supports more than 600 financial institutions and consulting companies to operate more efficiently and unlock their human capital, driving revenue higher and transforming operations. Acuity is headquartered in London and operates from 10 locations worldwide. The company fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, nurturing talent, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation. Acuity was established as a separate business from Moodys Corporation in 2019, following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe (Equistone). In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake in the business from Equistone, which remains invested as a minority shareholder. For more information, visit www.acuitykp.com Position Title- Director Experience Level- 10+yrs Department-IT Location-Gurgaon Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Data Governance Manager to establish and enforce best practices for data management, quality, security, and compliance across Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Record-to-Report, Treasury, Human Capital Management (HCM), Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), and Tax domains. The role will ensure data integrity, master data management, and compliance across enterprise-wide ERP, Oracle Fusion, Salesforce, Darwinbox, and cloud-based business applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in data governance frameworks, master data management (MDM), regulatory compliance, and ERP integrations, with a focus on ensuring data consistency across multiple platforms, including Oracle Integration Cloud. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Enterprise Data Governance Strategy • Define and implement enterprise-wide data governance policies, standards, and frameworks. • Develop and enforce data quality, security, and compliance protocols across multi-domain business applications. • Establish governance mechanisms for master data, metadata, reference data, and transactional data. • Ensure alignment with regulatory and compliance standards such as GDPR, SOC 2, IFRS, and SOX. Data Management & MDM Implementation • Lead Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives for key data entities like: • Customer Master (Salesforce, ERP) • Supplier Master (Procurement Cloud, ERP) • Employee Master (Darwinbox, HCM) • Project Master (Project Portfolio Cloud) • Work with IT and business teams to harmonize data models across platforms. • Oversee data cleansing, deduplication, validation, and enrichment processes. Cross-Domain Data Integration & Middleware Oversight • Ensure seamless data flow between ERP, Salesforce, Darwinbox, and financial applications. • Work closely with middleware teams handling Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) for ETL, APIs, and data transformations. • Define and maintain data lineage and data cataloging across the enterprise. Data Quality & Compliance • Implement data quality management frameworks to monitor: • Data completeness • Data accuracy • Data timeliness • Data consistency • Establish data ownership and stewardship models across domains. • Ensure compliance with global data protection laws and financial regulations. Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting • Work with Finance, Procurement, HR, IT, and Business Intelligence teams to ensure data alignment and accuracy. • Collaborate with Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) teams to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Develop data governance dashboards and reports using Power BI, BI Publisher, and Oracle EPM. • Provide executive reports on data governance maturity, risks, and compliance status. Key Competencies • Cross-Domain Data Integration & Middleware Oversight • Ensure seamless data flow between ERP, Salesforce, Darwinbox, and financial applications. • Work closely with middleware teams handling Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) for ETL, APIs, and data transformations. • Define and maintain data lineage and data cataloging across the enterprise. Data Quality & Compliance • Implement data quality management frameworks to monitor: • Data completeness • Data accuracy • Data timeliness • Data consistency • Establish data ownership and stewardship models across domains. • Ensure compliance with global data protection laws and financial regulations. Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting • Work with Finance, Procurement, HR, IT, and Business Intelligence teams to ensure data alignment and accuracy. • Collaborate with Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) teams to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Develop data governance dashboards and reports using Power BI, BI Publisher, and Oracle EPM. • Provide executive reports on data governance maturity, risks, and compliance status. Required Skills & Experience Technical & Domain Expertise • Deep understanding of enterprise data governance, MDM, and metadata management. • Experience in ERP solutions (Oracle Fusion, SAP, Workday, etc.) and Salesforce, Darwinbox, and cloud-based applications. • Knowledge of middleware solutions (Oracle Integration Cloud, Informatica, Talend, etc.) for data integration and governance. • Experience in data security, access control, and regulatory compliance frameworks. Data Governance & Quality • Strong experience in data stewardship, data lineage tracking, and data cleansing strategies. • Proficiency in data governance tools such as Collibra, Alation, Informatica, or Talend. • Knowledge of data security and privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, SOC 2, IFRS, SOX, etc.). • Ability to develop data governance policies, workflows, and enforcement mechanisms. Leadership & Stakeholder Management • Proven experience leading data governance programs across multiple business units. • Strong stakeholder management skills to engage finance, procurement, HR, and IT leadership. • Ability to influence executive decision-making with data-driven insights. • Strong communication skills to translate complex data governance concepts into business language. Preferred Qualifications • Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), DAMA, or equivalent certification. • Experience in large-scale ERP/Cloud transformations and data governance in financial systems. • Understanding of financial, procurement, HR, and compliance data structures. • Experience with data analytics tools (Power BI, Anaplan, Oracle BI, etc.).
