Senior Data Analyst

The Smurfit Westrock Internal Audit Department is seeking a motivated, business-focused and technical Senior AI & Data Analyst to join the Internal Audit AI & Data Team. The role will support the development and adoption of AI agents, analytics, automation, data solutions and continuous assurance capabilities that help address key business, risk and control questions.

Working as part of the AI & Data Team, the successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to shape innovative solutions, analyse financial and operational data, improve and automate audit processes, and turn complex information into clear insights. They will take ownership of their work, guiding ideas through every stage of the development process, from initial concept through to implementation, adoption and ongoing improvement.

Key Role Responsibilities:

• Implement AI agents, analytics, automation, data solutions and continuous assurance capabilities.
• Analyse and integrate financial, operational and other business data, identifying data quality issues, technical problems and opportunities for improvement.
• Take end to end ownership of initiatives, from requirements gathering and solution design through development, testing, peer review, documentation, controlled release, adoption and ongoing improvement.
• Communicate technical concepts, analytical findings and solution outcomes clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

The ideal candidate will have broad practical capability across AI, data and analytics, together with deeper expertise in at least one area that can bring new capability and direction to the team.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, data science or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• four years’ relevant professional experience in AI, data analytics, data engineering, automation, machine learning or a related role.
• Strong foundation in SQL and Python, with experience in API integration, data engineering, and data modelling.
• Experience working with financial, operational, ERP or SAP data is desirable.
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Foundry, Power Platform or related Microsoft technologies is desirable.

Candidate Profile:

• A business-focused and technical problem solver.
• Curious about how business processes, systems and data fit together.
• Comfortable working independently, exercising sound judgement and taking ownership of work through to completion.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to identify root causes, technical issues and data quality problems.
• An excellent communicator who can explain complex topics clearly and use effective data storytelling to bring key insights to the fore.
• Collaborative and comfortable working with colleagues across Internal Audit, Technology and the wider business.
• Passionate about accuracy, data integrity and producing trusted, high-quality outputs.
• Open to exploring new approaches, challenging existing processes and bringing fresh ideas.
• Adaptable and eager to continue learning as AI, data and audit technologies evolve.
• Fluent English is essential. Spanish or another additional language is desirable.

What we offer:

• Attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• Corporate culture based on our values of safety, loyalty integrity and respect
• A career with the World’s leading packaging company where Sustainability and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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