Operations Analyst (contract)

Key Responsibilities

• Reconciliations: Perform daily DDA reconciliations, research discrepancies, and ensure accuracy of cash positions
• Settlement Reporting: Prepare and distribute reports to custodial banks and fund accounting teams, ensuring completeness and timeliness
• Wire Review: Monitor and validate incoming and outgoing wire transactions, confirming accuracy and proper settlement activity
• Exception Management: Investigate and resolve breaks related to cash activity, settlements, and reporting discrepancies
• Client Support: Monitor team inbox and respond to client inquiries as proficiency grows (via email, occasional follow-ups)
• Data Analysis: Review reports with attention to detail, identify trends, and ensure data integrity across systems
• Process Execution: Follow structured daily routines while maintaining accuracy under strict deadlines
• Continuous Improvement: Leverage AI tools and automation platforms (e.g., Alteryx) to streamline repetitive processes and improve efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant internship experience (Finance, Business, or related field preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with data and reports
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly, take initiative, and ask thoughtful questions
• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow structured processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to learn and utilize AI tools for data analysis and task automation
• Preferred Experience: Internship or early experience in financial services or operations
• Exposure to reconciliations, cash operations, or settlements
• Familiarity with automation tools such as Alteryx
• Interest or exposure to AI tools and prompting for workflow efficiency
• Understanding of basic financial concepts or reporting processes