Trade Settlement & Reconciliation Specialist

Finsmart Solutions Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Finsmart Solutions Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Settlement Operations professional to execute and reconcile settlements across equities, fixed income, and other instruments. You will manage clearing, confirmations, and client inquiries, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, familiarity with settlement systems, and a proactive approach to process improvements and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or related field.
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CMT) is a plus.
• Proven experience in settlement operations within a brokerage or financial institution.
• Strong understanding of financial instruments and trade settlement processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant settlement and trading systems/software.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance related to settlement operations.

Responsibilities

• Execute and reconcile trade settlements for equities, fixed income, and other financial instruments.
• Manage clearing and confirmation processes with counterparties and clearing houses.
• Provide excellent client support by resolving settlement-related inquiries and discrepancies.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of settlements and cash movements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Monitor and manage settlement-related risks and issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to settlements and transactions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency in settlement operations.
• Generate and distribute settlement reports to internal teams and clients as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CMT)

Tools

Settlement systems

Trading platforms

Job description

Finsmart Solutions Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Settlement Operations professional to execute and reconcile settlements across equities, fixed income, and other instruments. You will manage clearing, confirmations, and client inquiries, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, familiarity with settlement systems, and a proactive approach to process improvements and risk management.