Analyst - Global Payments

CO_SNFSL Apex Group Fiduciary Services; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Group is seeking a payments operations professional for its Bengaluru, India office. The role involves processing and monitoring SWIFT, FED, and FX payments, ensuring end-to-end accuracy and adherence to global banking standards.

You will review SSIs, process invoices, and support fund subscriptions and redemptions. The ideal candidate has 2–9 years in payments/treasury/banking operations, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience in Payments, Treasury, Banking Operations, or Transfer Agency (2-9 years).
• Strong understanding of global payment systems and settlement processes.
• Proficient in Excel and Word; strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage SWIFT (MT103, MT202), FED payments, internal transfers, and FX transactions.
• Handle payments using global banking standards, including ABA, Sort Code, BSB, BIC, IBAN, RTGS, and NEFT.
• Execute and monitor manual payments/wire transfers, ensuring end-to-end payment processing accuracy.
• Review and validate Standard Settlement Instructions (SSIs) and identify missing or incorrect payment details.
• Verify and process fund-related vendor and custody bank invoices through banking portals.
• Support payment activities related to fund subscriptions and redemptions.
• Monitor shared mailboxes and prioritize transactions based on currency cut-off timelines.
• Provide payment support to multiple global offices and stakeholders.
• Respond to client and internal queries via email and phone.
• Ensure timely completion and sign-off of all daily operational activities.
• Escalate operational risks, exceptions, and issues to management promptly.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment and meet tight deadlines.

Skills

SWIFT payments

FED payments

FX transactions

Cash settlement

Banking codes

Payment workflows

Treasury operations

Transfer Agency

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Commerce or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Banking portals

Job description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That's why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we'll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage SWIFT (MT103, MT202), FED payments, internal transfers, and FX transactions .
• Handle payments using global banking standards, including ABA, Sort Code, BSB, BIC, IBAN, RTGS, and NEFT .
• Execute and monitor manual payments/wire transfers , ensuring end-to-end payment processing accuracy.
• Review and validate Standard Settlement Instructions (SSIs) and identify missing or incorrect payment details.
• Verify and process fund-related vendor and custody bank invoices through banking portals.
• Support payment activities related to fund subscriptions and redemptions .
• Monitor shared mailboxes and prioritize transactions based on currency cut-off timelines.
• Provide payment support to multiple global offices and stakeholders.
• Respond to client and internal queries via email and phone.
• Ensure timely completion and sign-off of all daily operational activities.
• Escalate operational risks, exceptions, and issues to management promptly.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment and meet tight deadlines.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of SWIFT, FED Payments, FX transactions, and cash settlement processes .
• Knowledge of international banking codes and payment workflows.
• Experience in payments, banking, treasury operations, or transfer agency functions .
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word .
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in Transfer Agency operations .
• Knowledge of Hedge Funds and Private Equity .
• Master's degree in Commerce or related discipline.
• Experience handling payment investigations and reconciliations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 2-9 years of experience in Payments, Treasury, Banking Operations, or Transfer Agency .
• Strong understanding of global payment systems and settlement processes.
• Flexible to work in rotational shifts and support global business operations.
• Demonstrates high levels of accountability, integrity, and client focus.