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Data Annotation Analyst -6 month contract

Data Annotation Analyst -6 month contract

Posted 98 days ago

Job Description

This job posting has expired and no longer accepting applications.

Our Purpose

At Xero, we’re here to help supercharge small businesses. We do this by automating routine tasks, surfacing actionable insights and connecting businesses with the right data, advisors and apps. When that happens, we’re not only making life better for small business, we’ll be building a stronger economy that can change the world.

How you’ll make an impact

This role is crucial in enhancing our financial data capabilities by providing meticulous and insightful annotation of complex financial information. Your expertise will directly contribute to the development and improvement of advanced financial analysis tools and Q&A systems, ultimately empowering better strategic financial decision-making across the organization. You will leverage your deep understanding of accounting principles and financial instruments to ensure the accuracy and relevance of data used in critical financial applications.

What you’ll do

Precisely annotate intricate financial data, including financial statements, complex financial instruments, and strategic financial analyses, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

Interpret and categorize nuanced financial information based on advanced accounting principles and industry best practices

Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to refine annotation guidelines and improve the efficiency and quality of the annotation process.

Identify and flag inconsistencies or ambiguities within financial data, contributing to data cleansing and quality assurance efforts.

Potentially contribute to the evaluation and improvement of financial Q&A systems or advanced data analysis tools through accurate and insightful annotation.

Apply your understanding of fundamental accounting principles and bookkeeping practices to ensure the correct interpretation of financial data.

Success looks like

Providing high-quality, accurate, and timely annotation of complex financial data.

Demonstrating a strong understanding of advanced accounting principles and financial instruments in your annotation work.

Contributing to the improvement of data quality and the effectiveness of financial analysis tools.

Effectively communicating insights and potential issues related to the financial data.

Successfully meeting annotation targets and deadlines.

What you’ll bring with you

Critical competencies

Extensive understanding of advanced accounting principles and their practical application.

Proven ability to interpret intricate financial data and identify key information.

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly.

Meticulous and detail-oriented approach to data handling and analysis.

Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Experience

Significant practical experience in accounting or bookkeeping, including exposure to financial data analysis.

Familiarity with financial Q&A systems or advanced data analysis tools is highly desirable

Experience with data annotation or labeling is a plus.

Experience working in a contract or freelance capacity is beneficial.

Why Xero?

Offering very generous paid leave to use however you’d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family. Health insurance, life insurance, and income protection.

We offer wellbeing and sports programmes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, career development, and many other benefits that reflect our human value.

You’ll do the best work of your life at Xero!

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