Fund Operations Analyst

SEI Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Volunteer days

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

SEI Corporation is seeking a Fund Operations Analyst to coordinate and oversee mutual funds, hedge, private equity, and UCITS across the U.S., Canada, Ireland, and the U.K. You will manage daily cash activity, trading, and model management while collaborating with portfolio managers, custodians, sub-advisors, and brokers.

The role emphasizes regulatory reporting, policy documentation, onboarding of sub-advisors, and driving process improvements as SEI expands its investment platform.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, STEM or equivalent work experience.
• Three to five years of financial services experience, with MF/Trading knowledge a plus.
• Strong understanding of investments including equity, fixed income and derivatives.

Responsibilities

• Daily fund trading and oversight across mutual funds and other structures.
• Establish and retire models, implement asset allocation changes, and monitor rebalances.
• Coordinate cash equitization and client/Regulatory reporting, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder coordination

Analytical skills

Education

Finance degree

Economics degree

Tools

Fund accounting software

Trading platforms

Regulatory reporting tools

Job description

We are seeking a Fund Operations Analyst to support the ongoing coordination and oversight across a range of structures, including Mutual Funds, Hedge and Private Equity Funds, and Collective Funds across the U.S., Canada, Ireland (UCITS), and the UK. This role supports day‑to‑day cash management, cash equitization, mutual fund trading and portfolio model management across the different structures. The position works closely with portfolio managers, operations, compliance, custodians, sub‑advisors, and brokers to manage cash, execute model updates, place underlying fund trades in fund of fund products, support futures and FX activity. In addition, the role compiles key regulatory and client due diligence reporting, and documentation of policies and procedures, while contributing to process improvements and supporting new products and platform initiatives as the investment platform evolves. If you enjoy solving complex problems, coordinating diverse stakeholders, and driving initiatives from concept to completion, this role offers both variety and visibility.

What you will do:

• Daily Fund of Fund trading and oversight 40 Act Mutual Funds Canadian Funds Collective Trusts / Common Funds Alternative and Private Equity UCITS Funds Model Management
• Establish and retire models on platforms
• Implement asset allocation changes
• Monitor / implement periodic model rebalances
• Cash Equitization: Manage day-to-day activities related to cash management, cash equitization and instructing sub-advisor trading. This role includes coordinating with portfolio managers, sub-advisors, custodians, fund accounting and brokers.
• Coordinate across internal and external teams to move cash, invest in futures and instruct sub-advisors to invest or raise cash. There is regular communication between the operational teams, portfolio managers, custodians, sub-advisors and brokers.
• Trade U.S. and International index futures and currency forwards
• Coordinate Institutional Client conversions and de-conversions
• Assist with new sub-advisor onboarding, ongoing support and sub-advisor terminations.
• Review and document policies and procedures for the functions performed by the team.
• Assist in design and implementation of product development initiatives including investment product enhancements, operations and administrative service support, technology, etc.
• Reporting & Oversight
• Coordinate compliance and regulatory reporting
• Coordinate client due diligence
• Compile Internal Management Reporting Policies, procedures and systems
• Design and implement procedures related to new products
• Identify process improvements and strengthen internal controls
• Maintain policy and procedure documentation for the functions performed by the team

What we need from you:

BS/BA in in Finance, Accounting, Economics, STEM or the equivalent in work experience Three to five years of financial services experience. Prefer investment accounting and trading. product development / management a plus Strong understanding of investments including equity, fixed income, alternative asset classes and understanding of derivatives products, specifically equity futures and its application in equitizing cash Strong understanding mutual fund operations

Attributes we value:

Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize responsibilities Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy Strong communication skills Excellent project management and organizational skills Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills

SEI’s competitive advantage:

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.

We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)—for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI.

The position title reflected in this job description is aligned with SEI's current internal job architecture. As part of SEI's role and career framework, internal job titles may not directly correspond to external market titles and may differ from titles previously assigned during an employee's tenure or at the time of hire. SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…

After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our offices encompass an open floor plan and numerous art installations designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and that a healthy, happy, and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. At SEI, we’re (literally) invested in your success. We offer our employees paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, education assistance and access to thriving employee networks.

SEI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

AI Acceptable Use in the application and interview process: SEI acknowledges the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools into individuals’ personal and professional lives. If you intend to incorporate the use of any AI tools at any stage of the application and/or interview process, please ensure you have reviewed and adhere to our AI use guidelines. We are global provider of technology, operations, and asset management services for the financial services industry. We tailor our solutions to help clients make effective use of their capital—whether that’s money, time, or talent—so they can grow and better serve their clients. At SEI, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the same opportunities to grow, develop, and succeed.