northbound executive searchNew York, NY
Operations Analyst
Operations Analyst
Operations Analyst
northbound executive searchNew York, NY
2 days ago
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing ClerksFinancial Specialists, All OtherAccountants and Auditors
Portfolio Management and Investment AdviceTrust, Fiduciary, and Custody ActivitiesMiscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
Apply for this role →Our client, a financial services firm based in New York City, is looking for an Operations Analyst to join their team on a hybrid contract basis. The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of experience supporting middle office, trade operations, or investment operations within a financial services environment.
Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day operational and middle office support for trading and investment activities Support the full trade lifecycle from execution through settlement Monitor trade activity and resolve discrepancies, breaks, and settlement issues Review trade confirmations and ensure transactions are accurately captured and processed Perform daily trade, cash, and position reconciliations Investigate and resolve trade breaks and other operational exceptions Support settlement activities and follow up on failed or delayed trades Liaise with Front Office, Operations, Accounting, Custody, and other internal teams Maintain accurate records and documentation related to trade activity Assist with operational reporting, controls, and process improvements Support ad hoc projects and other operational initiatives as needed
Qualifications:
3–6 years of experience in operations, middle office, trade support, investment operations, or a related function within financial services Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle and post-trade processes Experience with trade reconciliations, settlements, and resolving operational breaks Strong Excel skills and proficiency with financial systems Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams Bachelor’s degree required Experience supporting equities, fixed income, or other financial products is a plus Loan operations or loan trading experience is a plus
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Level
Mid
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Industry
Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
Posted
2 days ago