This role will be responsible in handling complex cases administering an end-to-end process for one or more Investment product line. The Investment Operations Analyst role offers an opportunity to build a strong foundation in core investment operations while contributing to the accuracy and integrity of portfolio data. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely reconciliation of cash and securities, helping support informed investment decisions and client servicing. As part of the team, you will gain hands-on exposure to key operational processes, partner with internal and external stakeholders, and develop expertise in resolving operational issues. This position provides a solid pathway for professional growth within investment operations and financial services.
Position Responsibilities:
• Efficient reconciliation of investment portfolios and provision of investigative support to related business units and Portfolio Managers. This includes timely and accurate comparison of security position, cash balance and cash transaction with custodians. Establish and maintain cordial relationship with various stakeholders including internal and external parties.
• Administration of the assigned investment portfolio activity including:
• Reconciliation of cash balances and cash transactions across all portfolios
• Reconciliation of securities holdings across all portfolios
• Involvement in problem resolution and investigations with custodial banks and various internal counter parties
• Timely investigation and response to internal client inquiries Work with other departments
• Maintain daily and monthly reconciliations filing with proper back up documentations
• Work closely with Manager/Analysts on escalation of aged items as per team standards
• Work within existing procedures and processes ensuring clear and concise documentation is created and maintained as such procedures and processes evolve over time
• Remain familiar with relevant securities industry developments specifically those impacting the activities of assigned portfolios and/or internal clients and custodial service provider
• Exercise initiative to assist department management in review and analysis of established procedures and processes, making recommendations to ensure that efficient and flexible service is provided to clients at all times
• Provide assistance to other team members and management team when required
• Adhere to and reinforce established SOX documentation
• Participate in inter-department cross training to ensure continuity of service
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree related to Investment and Finance, Accounting, and similar fields with minimum of two years of work experience in reconciliation in a banking or securities administration environment.
• Knowledge of securities instruments/settlements, foreign exchange and derivative instruments and/or settlements and banking processes
• Thorough knowledge of complex securities would be an asset.
• Investment accounting knowledge.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Client focused with the ability to understand the requirements of clients.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of back-office accounting systems such as internal investment system, custodian reporting systems, Bloomberg, and Reconciliation systems would be an advantage.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, and attention to details.
• Ability to react quickly and meet tight deadlines maintaining accuracy and thoroughness.
• Excellent English skills, both oral and written, with strong comprehension skills to effectively communicate with internal and external parties.
• Demonstrate initiative and team player.
• Ability to adapt to changes and set priorities.
When you join our team:
• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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