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
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