Reconciliation Analyst (SWIFT messages) - Chennai

Kiya.ai; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking an Analyst Reconciliation Analyst to manage reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. The role involves daily reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Commerce or Finance and has a strong understanding of financial products and tools like Intellimatch. This position offers a hybrid work model, accommodating the need for flexibility while maintaining productivity.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a strong understanding of reconciliation processes and financial products.
• Experience with SWIFT messages and reconciliation tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reconciliations across business lines.
• Identify and resolve breaks, mismatches, and variances within defined timelines.
• Handle reconciliation activities for Clearing, Custody, Investment Fund Services, and Middle Office.
• Investigate open items and liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders for resolution.

Skills

Strong understanding of reconciliation processes

Good knowledge of SWIFT messages

Financial analysis skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, or related field (MBA/M.Com preferred)

Tools

Intellimatch

Job description

Job Title: Analyst Reconciliation Analyst

Location: Chennai

Work Model: Hybrid

Shift: Rotational

Job Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Analyst to manage reconciliation processes within SSC Reconciliation. The role involves handling daily operations, ensuring accuracy in reconciliations, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to resolve breaks and improve process efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reconciliations across business lines
• Identify and resolve breaks, mismatches, and variances within defined timelines
• Handle reconciliation activities for Clearing, Custody, Investment Fund Services, and Middle Office
• Investigate open items and liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders for resolution
• Ensure timely escalation of high-risk or aged breaks
• Work on Intellimatch for automated reconciliation, including rule creation and optimization
• Maintain static data, matching rules, and account setups in reconciliation systems
• Analyze SWIFT messages (MT940/950, MT535/536) for transaction matching

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Commerce, Finance, or related field (MBA/M.Com preferred)
• Strong understanding of reconciliation processes and financial products
• Good knowledge of SWIFT messages and reconciliation tools (Intellimatch preferred)

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in reconciliation, custody, or financial operations
• Exposure to investment banking or shared service environments