Investment Accounting Operations Analyst

Overview: Responsible for overseeing cash application, applying complex trades, supporting Operations leadership and leading audit requests. Own the monthly close process, including coordinating with internal teams, reviewing and reconciling transactions and preparing an internal reporting package for the accounting and reporting teams. Own the systematic setup of portfolios and cash positions. Responsibilities:

• Oversee the timely and accurate application of cash transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Apply complex trades across various investment products, including equities, fixed income, bank loans and derivatives, while adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Support the Manager, Investment Analysis in monitoring and maintaining the integrity of investment data and systems.
• Lead audit requests related to investment operations, including gathering and preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth processing of transactions.
• Develop and maintain process documentation for cash application, trade processing and other key functions within the investment operations system.
• Participate in projects to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness, including system enhancements and process improvements.
• Monitor and reconcile investment transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
• Stay informed about industry trends and regulatory changes affecting investment operations and implement necessary changes to policies and procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to junior team members, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills needed to perform their roles effectively.
• Provide regular updates to investment accounting senior management keeping them well-informed of any issues, shortcomings or accomplishments of the team.
• Analyze data, identify trends and solve problems related to investment operations.
• Review and reconcile investment transactions, cash balances and investment positions prior to close to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies or issues related to the monthly close process.
• Assist in the onboarding process for new investment managers including coordinating account setup and training on investment operations and processes.
• Own the systematic setup and maintenance of portfolios and cash positions, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of transactions and reporting.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Management Preferred
• Minimum 6 years' in Investment Operations Preferred
• Possess a strong understanding of investment products and investment operations
• Exhibit strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail in processing complex transactions and reconciling data
• Proficient understanding of investment operations and investment products
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends and solve problems
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and workloads
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software used in investment operations
• Understanding and ability to identify and mitigate risks
• Proficient working knowledge of regulatory requirements related to investment operations
• Some travel to Sammons Financial Group office locations and conferences may be required.

Suitability Requirements: • Criminal background check required.

• This role will be subject to a SEC compliance program, which can include monitoring personal securities transactions, restrictions on outside business activities, as well as other oversight and restrictions.

Company Information: •Sammons Financial Group offers a competitive benefit package that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Retirement, PTO and Holiday Pay.

• Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a 100% company-funded retirement plan, so you can save for retirement without contributing a penny of your own paycheck.
• Healthy balance between work and personal lives. Friday afternoons off all year long, competitive PTO, and generous number of paid holidays.
• Our incentive program for defined goals subject to eligibility and performance. Monetary rewards are based on individual and/or overall company performance.
• Colleagues who support one another, model our core values, and drive our healthy, high-performing culture. Pay Range: USD $44,148.00 - USD $98,410.00 /Yr. Work Authorization/Sponsorship: At this time, we’re not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)