Securities Services Ops Specialist I (Asset Control)

Job Description

The Securities Services Operations Specialist I is responsible for transactional processing supporting Wealth Management accounts on the trust and/or bond accounting system. Duties include setting up and maintaining securities, processing trades, managing foreign currency exchanges, valuations, and reconciliations. This role collaborates with various departments and external parties to ensure accurate client account reflections.

Team Culture

We are a collaborative, conscientious, and goal-oriented team. Initiative is valued, and we prioritize the quality of our work. Leaders are accessible for support, and mentorship is a common practice for growth.

How You'll Spend Your Time

• Ensure timely, accurate completion of security transactions, daily processes, documentation, and agreements.
• Use knowledge of securities processing and Wealth Management to define, visualize, measure, analyze, improve, report, and control processes.
• Resolve complex issues to minimize losses and support audits, compliance, account officers, investment managers, WMS management, and support personnel.
• Test and document reports necessary for day-to-day operations and strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with internal employees and external clients to resolve issues and provide education on processes and technology solutions.

Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with 1-4 years of directly related experience in a high volume securities operations environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced PC and operating software application skills.
• Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills; ability to handle large volumes of transactions.
• Experience solving complex problems, identifying resources, and meeting stringent deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication.
• Ability to gain consensus among parties with conflicting interests.
• Working knowledge of securities and Wealth Management accounting systems, accounting principles, and trust and/or bond accounting knowledge.
• Ability to improve efficiency, track complex activities, and refine methodologies.

Education & Experience

This level of knowledge is normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance and 1-4 years of directly related experience in a high volume securities operations environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience is also considered.