Job Summary
This role requires an experienced professional with 4 to 8 years of expertise in investment banking focusing on trade validation OTC investigation/reconciliation and broker fees payables/receivables. The candidate will leverage their technical skills in MS Excel to ensure operational excellence in a hybrid work model during day shifts.
Responsibilities
- Perform trade validation processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conduct thorough investigations and reconciliations for OTC transactions to identify discrepancies and resolve issues effectively.
- Manage broker fees payables ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
- Utilize advanced MS Excel functionalities to analyze data create reports and streamline workflows for operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and alignment on investment banking operations.
- Provide insights and recommendations to improve processes and reduce operational risks in trade validation and reconciliation.
- Monitor and maintain accurate records of financial transactions ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Support audits and reviews by preparing detailed documentation and responding to queries related to trade validation and reconciliation.
- Develop and implement best practices for managing OTC investigations and broker fee processes to enhance productivity.
- Assist in the creation of dashboards and performance metrics using MS Excel to track operational progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards in all assigned tasks contributing to the overall success of the team.
- Participate in training sessions and workshops to stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes impacting investment banking operations.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing among colleagues.
Qualifications
- Demonstrate expertise in trade validation processes with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
- Showcase proficiency in OTC investigation and reconciliation with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Exhibit advanced MS Excel skills including data analysis reporting and workflow optimization.
- Possess knowledge of broker fees payables and receivables processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions.
- Display strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address operational challenges effectively.
- Have excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams.
- Show commitment to maintaining compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Demonstrate adaptability to hybrid work models and the ability to manage tasks during day shifts.
- Bring a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process improvement and risk mitigation.
- Maintain a detail-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy in documentation and reporting.
- Exhibit a strong sense of responsibility and accountability in managing assigned tasks.
- Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to enhance operational knowledge and expertise.
Certifications Required
Preferred MS Excel Certification Investment Banking Operations Certification
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
