Portfolio Operations Analyst (Investment Management)
Location: Boston - Financial District
Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote
Duration: 1 year contract
Experience Level: 2-4 years
Overview Deliver high-quality investment solutions to institutional & high-net-worth clients
- Collaborate, support and maintain strong relationships with custodians
- Support trade settlement ops
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of portfolio data
- The team values collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence
Responsibilities Account Reconciliation & Oversight
- Reconcile portfolio holdings, trading activity, and cash balances with custodian bank statements
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner
- Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual account reviews to ensure data integrity
Cash Management & Reconciliation
- Reconcile currency balances between internal systems and custodian statements
- Monitor currency accounts to prevent overdrafts and initiate corrective actions
- Coordinate with custodians to resolve cash reporting issues
Reporting & Data Validation
- Support month-end close processes and ensure accurate accounting data
- Assist in preparing client and internal reports across various timeframes
- Collaborate with Finance and Compliance teams to ensure reporting standards are met
Trade Support & Settlement
- Work closely with the Trade Settlement team to facilitate timely and accurate trade and FX settlements
- Monitor trade lifecycle events and ensure proper booking and confirmation
Custodian Relationship Management
- Serve as a key point of contact for custodians, ensuring effective communication and issue resolution
- Maintain documentation and service-level standards for custodian interactions
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in investment operations or portfolio accounting
- Strong understanding of financial instruments, trade lifecycle, and reconciliation processes
- Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with portfolio management systems (Bloomberg, Eagle, Advent, etc.)
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive approach to problem-solving