The IMOS Reconciliation provides reconciliation services covering the following:
- Cash Reconciliations at Client Account, Client to Custody and Fund Account and Middle Office Book of Records
- Asset Reconciliations at Client Account, Client to Custody and Fund Account and Middle Office Book of Records
- Other Reconciliations by Asset Class, stand-alone and bespoke reconciliations supporting regulatory client or product requirements.
As a Trading Lifecycle Analyst within the IMOS Reconciliation team, you will collaborate with various global teams, both internal and external, to resolve exceptions and trade issues. You will partner with client-facing teams to effectively communicate and resolve client-related issues. Additionally, you will work closely with brokers, custodians, and other relevant parties to ensure timely settlement and adherence to market cut-offs. Your role will also involve liaising with technology teams to report and address system bugs and incidents, ensuring efficient solutions are implemented.
Job responsibilities
- Perform balance and transactional reconciliation of client records against custody, transfer agency, and brokers, providing root cause analysis and resolving exceptions.
- Manage new business initiatives from clients to support business expansion opportunities.
- Lead and support global and local projects on digital solutions, system enhancements, and market rule changes.
- Complete operational balancing and reconciliations, identifying and resolving breaks.
- Conduct routine inquiries and research for stakeholders.
- Prepare regular and ad hoc reports as required by the process.
- Participate in systems testing or enhancements and engage in various projects or initiatives, both BAU and non-BAU.
- Support the team manager in daily tasks and any ad hoc responsibilities.
Required qualifications, skills and capabilities
- Expertise in Equities, Fixed Income, Foreign Exchange (FX), Collateral, Derivatives, Money Market, and Cash Products.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively and build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling clear and concise information exchange.
- Ability to proactively identify risks, escalate issues, and conduct thorough investigations to resolve problems efficiently.
- Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to driving change and enhancing controls.
- A team-oriented individual who establishes good rapport with colleagues and teammates.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and changing work environment, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
Preferred qualifications, skills and capabilities
- Prior knowledge of the trade lifecycle, fund accounting, and/or experience supporting trade business.
- Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment with excellent multitasking and prioritization skills.
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Experience with automation tools such as Alteryx, Tableau, UiPath, Xceptor, and Instabase.