Analyst
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President Asset Management Support, the Analyst will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy of financial data by performing daily, monthly, quarterly, and periodic reconciliations across multiple accounts, portfolios, and internal systems. Your responsibilities will also include various cash related processes involving wire issues, reviewing wire instructions, and processing swingline transactions. Additionally, this role will be instrumental in identifying discrepancies, investigating root causes, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues. This role is situated in a fast-paced environment, where you will be expected to apply your analytical skills and financial expertise to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reconciliation of cash, positions, and accrued interest values across multiple portfolios, custodians, and fund administrators
- Ensure all discrepancies are identified, escalated, and resolved in a timely manner
- Collaborate with IT and operations teams to enhance reconciliation tools and automate processes where possible
- Handle the booking and reconciliation of internal fee processes within the system of record
- Ensure that all fees are correctly accounted for and reconciled on a regular basis
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness in transaction processing and reconciliation
- Assist in identifying and resolving wire issues
- Review and verify wire instructions to ensure they comply with internal policies and procedures
- Manage the processing of swingline transactions in the system of record
- Identify areas for process improvements and efficiencies within transaction processing and reconciliation
- Implement best practices to enhance operational workflows and accuracy
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be an analytical, self-motivated, and proactive individual with strong problem-solving skillsBachelor's degree, with a preferred concentration in finance, accounting, business, or economics3-5 years' experience with a financial institution or other organization with exposure to reconciliation processesStrong understanding of loan operations with some exposure to asset management and or structured productsKnowledge of LoanIQ or WSO a plusProficiency with Microsoft Office 365 with emphasis on Outlook, Word, and Excel usage or comparable software applicationMotivated self-starter with a responsive, friendly, and professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to be decisive, highly organized and prioritize tasks including the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and adjust priorities as needed in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining careful attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work productively in a cross-functional team environment with both internal and external stakeholders while taking individual responsibility for quality and accuracyProven record of reliability and dedication to high quality work productThe Fine Print
Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United StatesMust be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug testing, reference verification, and background checkMust be willing to work from the Chicago officeSalary Range $75,000 - $90,000