SEI

Operations Analyst I, Enhanced Middle Office (Treasury)

USA - NY - New York Full time

The Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is growing rapidly and is seeking new members within the Enhanced Middle Office Team supporting Treasury and Wire services. The Operations Analyst is responsible for ensuring the successful and accurate processing of daily wire payments on behalf of SEI’s clients.  You will interact with accounting, operations, as well as externally with clients and service providers.

What you will do:

  • As the record keeper for the fund, you will review and process trade related activities including: setting up of new funds, custody accounts and prime brokers, handle trade matching, trade break resolution and collateral wire movements.
  • You will interact with clients and trading counterparties to resolve any trade discrepancies.
  • You will assist accounting teams with trade discrepancies on a daily and monthly basis.
  • You will communicate with appropriate internal teams or client teams if necessary to resolve open issues or questions as well as work with internal technology support and vendor support in resolving any production issues or other system support queries.
  • You will keep up to date on industry initiatives.
  • You will review trade and collateral documentation and ensure accurate and timely reporting of activity.
  • You will assist in the implementation of new clients.
  • You will execute daily reviews and controls.
  • You will participate in the testing of new releases/system enhancements.
  • You will analyze and documenting system issues and gaps.
  • We want you to succeed and look for future solutions! Through attending and participating in various IMS and corporate professional development sessions, you will acquire the tools to identify processes across the division and organization as well as opportunities to streamline for our clients.  We see your role as a partnership to our business and want recognize your contributions.

What we need from you:

  • BA / BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Internship experience preferred.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel.
  • The self-motivation, organization and drive to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills as you will primarily support your clients through email and/or phone calls.
  • Strong customer service skills as you will be communicating daily with your clients and other service providers.

What we would like from you:

  • A drive to learn new systems and concepts to ultimately have a broad knowledge of the industry.
  • Must have entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to take on additional responsibility.
  • Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. As the needs of our clients change, we need to be flexible to change with them. 
  • Positivity and genuine interest in assisting both colleagues and clients.
  • Curiosity and critical thinking: Whether it’s to identify a solution to a problem or possibly help implement a more efficient process or procedure, your skills have a place in our business. 
  • Regular and reliable attendance in accordance with position, business and/or client needs.
  • Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun. Please see our website for more information. https://www.seic.com/

Compensation:

  • The base salary pay for this role is $68,950-$83,000 per year.

For this position, SEI is not hiring individuals who require sponsorship for employment or continued employment now or anytime in the future.

SEI’s competitive advantage:

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. 

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 16 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.

We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)—for our clients, our communities, and ourselves.  Come build your brave future at SEI.  

SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…


After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our offices encompass an open floor plan and numerous art installations designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and that a healthy, happy, and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. At SEI, we’re (literally) invested in your success. We offer our employees paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, education assistance and access to thriving employee networks. 


SEI is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

AI Acceptable Use in the application and interview process:

SEI acknowledges the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools into individuals’ personal and professional lives.  If you intend to incorporate the use of any AI tools at any stage of the application and/or interview process, please ensure you have reviewed and adhere to our AI use guidelines.