Banking Operations Analyst - FX/Trade Processing

BeachHead Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

BeachHead Inc. is seeking a Banking Operations Analyst focused on FX/Trade Processing to provide operational support in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

You will ensure accurate processing of financial transactions, support internal teams, and contribute to process improvements in a Canadian setting. The role emphasizes attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication as you handle banking transactions, transfers, and cash products with advanced Excel skills, while

Qualifications

• Accurate processing and review of financial transactions within service levels.
• Compliance with procedures, policies, and regulatory standards.
• Detailed validations to maintain data integrity and transaction accuracy.
• Ability to manage high volumes and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities; Excel proficiency with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Process and review financial transactions within established service levels.
• Ensure all transaction activities comply with procedures, policies, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct detailed validations to maintain data integrity and transaction accuracy.
• Manage high volumes of work while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Support daily operational tasks and contribute to team objectives.
• Respond to inquiries from internal partners in a professional, timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues with effective problem-solving.
• Escalate complex problems and potential risks when necessary.
• Provide guidance and subject matter expertise within designated responsibilities.
• Follow established controls, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Identify operational risks, discrepancies, and control gaps; escalate when needed.
• Support audit readiness by adhering to procedures and controls.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and support new technology implementations.
• Demonstrate adaptability in response to changing business priorities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Independent worker

Communication skills

Banking operations

Excel advanced

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Global platform

WSS platform

Job description

Are you detail-oriented and experienced in banking operations?

Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Banking Operations Analyst - FX/Trade Processing. This position involves providing operational support within a high-volume, fast-paced environment to ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, supporting internal teams, and contributing to process improvements.

Pay rate range (CAD): $17.60/hr – $24.88/hr

Responsibilities

• Accurately process and review a variety of financial transactions within established service levels.
• Ensure all transaction activities comply with operational procedures, policies, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct detailed validations to maintain data integrity and transaction accuracy.
• Manage high volumes of work while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Support daily operational tasks and contribute to team objectives.
• Respond to inquiries from internal partners in a professional, timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues through effective problem-solving.
• Escalate complex problems and potential risks when necessary.
• Provide guidance and subject matter expertise within designated responsibilities.
• Follow established controls, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Identify operational risks, discrepancies, and control gaps; escalates when needed.
• Support audit readiness by adhering to procedures and controls.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and support new technology implementations.
• Demonstrate adaptability in response to changing business priorities.

Desired Skill-Set

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to learn new processes, systems, and technologies quickly.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience with banking transactions, transfers, and cash products.
• Advanced Excel skills, including working with large datasets and formulas.
• Knowledge of Global and WSS platforms is an asset.
• Experience with foreign exchange, money market products, deposits, loans, or options is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience with trade processing or back-office banking operations.
• Familiarity with bank compliance and audit processes.
• Previous experience working in a hybrid or on-site environment.

BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability. BeachHead or our clients may use technology-enabled tools, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process such as resume screening, application management, and candidate matching. These tools assist our recruiters and our clients, and do not replace human decision‑making. This job posting represents a current or anticipated vacancy. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled.